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UMESH KUMAR MOHAPATRA | CUSTODIAN OF PIPILI CHANDUA HERITAGE

Preserving Tradition, Inspiring Through Craft

EXQUISITE HANDCRAFTED PIPILI APPLIQUÉ WORK THAT WEAVES TIMELESS STORIES, CELEBRATING THE SPIRITUAL HERITAGE OF LORD JAGANNATHA AND ODISHA'S VIBRANT CULTURAL TAPESTRY.

HIS CRAFTS ARE TESTAMENT TO ODISHA'S RICH ARTISTIC LEGACY, FUSING ANCIENT TECHNIQUES INSPIRED BY THE JAGANNATH CULTURE . THE BOLD PATTERNS, VIVID FABRICS, AND INTRICATE STITCHING ARE MORE THAN DECORATION—THEY ARE LIVING NARRATIVES OF FAITH, FOLKLORE, AND HERITAGE OF ODISHA, ERSTWHILE KALINGA.

Does this resonate with you?

You see vibrant creations, but you wonder about the hands that stitched them, the stories they carry, and the meaning behind every bold motif and delicate thread.

Or maybe you’re drawn to the richness of Odisha's heritage, yet you’re unsure where to begin—feeling distant from the essence that makes these art forms come alive.

We understand that longing—to connect, to feel inspired, to find meaning in every handcrafted piece.

Through Umesh Kumar Jena’s Pipili Appliqué(Chandua) work, we invite you to experience more than just visual beauty. Discover tradition, devotion, and craftsmanship sewn into every stitch.

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Hi, I'm Umesh

PIPILI APPLIQUÉ ARTIST | CULTURAL STORYTELLER | HERITAGE PRESERVER | TRADITIONAL CRAFTSMAN | FOLK ART ENTHUSIAST | SPIRITUAL ARTIST

Carrying a Legacy Woven Through Centuries

I am Umesh Kumar Mohapatra, a traditional Pipili Appliqué artist from Pipili, Puri District, Odisha. I belong to a family of master tailors, whose forefathers were appointed by the revered Gajapati Kings of Odisha centuries ago. Our family’s sacred duty has been to serve the Lord of the Universe, Shri Jagannath, through our craft. This is more than art—it’s a living legacy stitched into my soul.

Heritage of Odisha: A Legacy of Art, Culture, and Traditions

Odisha, once the heart of the mighty kalinga empire, carries a rich legacy shaped by centuries of art, architecture, and spiritual traditions. The echoes of kalinga’s grandeur are visible in architectural marvels like the konark sun temple (କୋଣାର୍କ ସୂର୍ଯ୍ୟ ମନ୍ଦିର) and the sacred jagannath temple (ଶ୍ରୀଜଗନ୍ନାଥ ମନ୍ଦିର, ପୁରୀ), reflecting the architectural brilliance of ancient times.

ଓଡ଼ିଶା ର ପଟ୍ଟଚିତ୍ର, ତାରାକଶି (silver filigree), ଏବଂ ସମ୍ବଲପୁରୀ ବସ୍ତ୍ର ପ୍ରସିଦ୍ଧ ହେଉଛି। odisha’s classical dance form, odissi (ଓଡ଼ିଶୀ ନୃତ୍ୟ), along with folk dances like chhau (ଛଉ) and ghumura (ଘୁମୁରା), showcases its artistic brilliance. Festivals like Rath yatra (ରଥଯାତ୍ରା) and durga puja (ଦୁର୍ଗାପୂଜା) highlight its spiritual essence, while its diverse tribal communities contribute to its cultural vibrancy.

ଇତିହାସ, କଳା ଏବଂ ପାରମ୍ପରିକତାର ସଂମିଳନରେ, ଓଡ଼ିଶା ଭାରତର ସଂସ୍କୃତିକ ଧନସମ୍ପଦର ଏକ ଅମୂଲ୍ୟ ଧାରାଣୀ ଅଟେ.

MASTERPIECES FOR YOUR SPACE!

Timeless Craft, Enduring Elegance!

Experience the charm of traditional artistry with our curated collection of handcrafted masterpieces. Each piece reflects intricate details and vibrant colors, weaving stories of heritage and devotion while adding warmth and cultural depth to your space.

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WHERE ART MEETS HERITAGE!

Timeless Traditions, Contemporary Grace!

Enrich your space with exquisite masterpieces like this traditional Pipili Appliqué(Chandua) , where every stitch echoes heritage and craftsmanship. Handcrafted with vibrant fabrics, bold patterns, and intricate motifs, it’s more than art—it’s a story, a legacy, and a statement of timeless elegance.