Sustaining loop of existence: Madhubani Plate by Priti Karn

Priti Karn portrays a bird amidst the tree branches holding food in its beak and an interconnected diamond shaped circular border making use of vibrant red, blue, yellow, and green hues. The imagery of the bird with food in its mouth while perched on tree branches symbolize nurture and care, depicting the natural instinct of parents to provide sustenance and nourishment to their young. This motif signifies the protective and nurturing qualities of parents and caregivers. It also reflects the continuity of generations and the perpetuation of life through nurturing and care, additionally the representation underscores the connectivity and continuity of all living being.