Tea pot and cups in Bengal Pattachitra by Manoranjan Chitrakar

Artist Manoranjan Chitrakar garcefully schemes his Pattachitra art on tea pot and cups by strategizing fishes and floral motifs flawlessly on them. Fishes are considered highly auspicious in Bengali culture, associated with prosperity, abundance, and fertility. Within the framework of tea pot, the appearance of fish motifs characterize the wish for a luxuriant and generous life, containing the hope of plentiful tea and hospitality. The blooming of flowers in Bengali tradition is a symbol of positivity and hope for the future, incorporating floral motifs on tea items symbolizes the hope for a fresh start and the rejuvenating effects of tea as a beverage. Moreover, the patterns integrated into tea pots and cups not only make them visually striking but also infuse them with cultural significance, enriching the tea-drinking experience in the context of Bengali culture.