Tribal Origin, Eternal Beauty, and Why It Should Be on Your Wall.

Simplicity, depth, and power of narration of the story are only particular features of Warli painting as an Indian folk art. The art was developed by the tribal community of the Warli in the state of Maharashtra; the art makes minimal use of forms (circles, triangles, and squares) to depict the vivid images of ordinary life, practices, and nature. The example of a modern house wall beautifully displaying this custom is VibeCrafts and their Warli art wall-hanging paintings.

History and meaning of the Warli art.

The Warli painting is not new; this practice has strong origins in the tribal culture of the Sahyadri region of Maharashtra. Being painted on the mud walls of the huts on the occasion of some special events (weddings, harvests, and festivals) and being always more than a decoration, this art was and still is the story, ritual, and communication.

The images of Warli are a visual language that is symbolic and misleadingly simple:

And so round is the circle round the sun and moon;

•           A triangle is a symbol of mountains and trees;

•           Square (Chauk) is a representation of sacred enclosure or ritual area.

Harmony and balance between figures—both human and animal—are commonly drawn as two triangles with tip-to-tip joints.

The Tarpa dance is one of the classic images that one can observe in the Warli art as the members of the tribe, both men and women, dance around the musician who is also playing the tarpa (wind instrument). The circular motion of life and the unity of community are symbolized in the round dance.

Materials & Technique

Originally, Warli artists used to paint on red-mud walls with a white color made of rice flour and water (with binders). The brush itself was a simple, organic, and very much connected to nature stick of bamboo, which they chewed. With the development of the art to reach wider audiences, Warli motifs were incorporated on canvas and paper, as well as cloth and household decorations.

The reason why Warli Art is still relevant to date.

Cultural Heritage: It unites us with the native customs and tribal knowledge.

Little but dynamic: Warli does so with hardly more than a couple of shapes and white lines, the abundance of life—dance, harvest, daily chores.

Sustainable Roots: The application of natural pigments and materials is a manifestation of a connection with nature—a value as applicable today as ever.

Decor Appeal: The low, monochrome design suits modern designs, with a touch of ethnic flavor but not too much of it.

The Warli Art Collection of VibeCrafts.

VibeCrafts also provides high-quality canvas variations of the Warli art; therefore, this tradition of tribal art is available in modern households. Among their products on the spot:

Warli Art Wall Hanging Painting:  Set of 4: The set of four canvas panels (water-splash resistant) with a minor matte surface is a preferred choice to be applied to the walls of the living room, bedroom, and office.

Premium Abstract Warli Canvas Painting: A modern interpretation of Warli—framed and hanging ready with abstract details and still with tribal motifs.

Floating Frame Wall Art: This is a floating canvas art that has Warli in the floating canvas design, which is suitable for modern decor aesthetics.

How to Select and Buy Warli Art for Your Home.

Choose a Scale: In case of a large wall, consider an option with many pieces, such as the 4-piece Warli set. A single-frame version will work perfectly well in a smaller space.

Decor Approach: The neutral white-on-brown palette of Warli can be combined with the earthy interior and the neutral white-on-brown interior of a minimalist modern space.

Hang Art at Eye Level: To focus naturally, put art at eye level. A paneling looks good on sofas or console tables.

Lighting: Soft warm light to underline the delicateness of white lines and geometrical patterns of the Warli art.

Care Instructions: The VibeCrafts versions are waterproof so that they can be washed with a damp cloth, though they should not be washed with harsh chemicals so as not to spoil the artwork.

conclusion

Warli art is not a singular form of art but a narration, or rather a heritage of existence, a fad of how their existence was simpler and less capitalistic as well as more community oriented. Bringing Warli painting to your house using the help of VibeCrafts canvases means that you are not only taking a tribal culture, but you are also indulging in good decoration whose purpose is not in vain. A set of panels or one canvas, Warli art is an everlasting option combining traditions and contemporary design.