Pattam Katha – India
Technical Data
| Stamp Set | India ASEAN Commemorative Summit |
|---|---|
| Date of Issue | January 25, 2018 |
| Denomination | Rs. 5 |
| Quantity | 500,000 |
| Perforation | 13¼ x 13 |
| Printer | Security Printing Press, Hyderabad |
| Printing Process | Wet Offset |
| Watermark | No Watermark |
| Colors | Multicolor |
| Credit (Designed By) | Sh. Sankha Samanta Smt. Alka Sharma |
| Catalog Codes |
Michel IN 3334 Yvert et Tellier IN 3024 Stanley Gibbons IN 3460 |
| Themes | Culture | Paintings | Religion |
The Pattam Katha, a traditional cloth-based scroll painting from Andhra Pradesh, beautifully depicts scenes from the Ramayana, including the divine Sita Swayamvar. This intricate art form combines vibrant colors, detailed narration, and devotional storytelling, showcasing India’s enduring cultural and artistic heritage.
Featured in the ASEAN–India Commemorative Stamp Series, the Pattam Katha symbolizes the timeless influence of the Ramayana across Asia. It represents the spiritual and artistic bridges connecting India with Southeast Asian nations through shared legends, values, and aesthetics.
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