{"title":"Sourabh Soni","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"safari-katex-mathml markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eSaurabh Soni, a skilled artisan from Rajasthan, is dedicated to preserving the traditional art of Phad Painting, a vibrant storytelling tradition deeply rooted in the cultural heritage of the region.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhad paintings are hand-painted narrative scrolls that traditionally serve as backdrops for performances depicting the legendary tales of revered folk heroes such as Pabuji and Devnarayanji. Through expressive figures, vivid colours, and intricate details, each painting brings these age-old stories to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tradition comes alive through \u003cem\u003ePhad Banchana\u003c\/em\u003e—a performance that combines storytelling, devotional songs, dance, and instrumental music. As the scroll unfolds, the painted scenes guide the audience through the epic, turning the artwork into a powerful visual storytelling experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough his craftsmanship, Saurabh Soni carries forward this remarkable heritage, creating works that celebrate Rajasthan's history, folklore, and artistic traditions while bringing this centuries-old storytelling art into contemporary spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Phad is more than a painting—it is a story woven through colour, tradition, and generations of Rajasthani heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0707\/4391\/6623\/collections\/WhatsApp_Image_2026-09-14_at_15.02.10.jpg?v=1789379566","url":"https:\/\/treasureofindia.com\/collections\/sourabh-soni.oembed","provider":"Treasure of India","version":"1.0","type":"link"}