Sohrai Art | Exquisite Tribal Wall Art for Your Home

What is Sohrai Art and where does it originate? +

Sohrai Art is an ancient tribal wall art tradition from Jharkhand, India, practiced primarily by the Sohrai community. Traditionally painted on the mud walls of village homes to celebrate the harvest and cattle, this art form is characterized by its raw, expressive style and bold use of earthy tones. It is a visual celebration of the deep bond between indigenous communities and the natural world.

What materials are used for these Sohrai paintings? +

While traditionally created on mud walls using natural clay and charcoal, our collection is hand-painted on high-quality canvas. This transition to canvas ensures that the "primitive" beauty of Sohrai art is preserved in a durable, permanent format suitable for modern home and office interiors.

Are these Sohrai paintings handcrafted? +

Yes. Every piece in this collection is 100% handcrafted by tribal artisans. In keeping with the spirit of indigenous folk art, you will find natural variations in line, form, and color. These subtle differences are the hallmark of authentic, handmade character and ensure your artwork is an original tribal creation.

What themes and subjects are featured in the collection? +

Sohrai art is a "jungle-centric" storytelling medium. Our collection explores the harmony of nature through intricate compositions showing the coexistence of animals, birds, and humans; abstract wildlife through unique stylized depictions of jungle animals and birds; and celebration scenes with vibrant "Celebration-in-the-Jungle" motifs that capture the festive spirit of the Sohrai harvest festival.

Do the paintings come framed or unframed? +

Our Sohrai paintings are sold unframed. This gives you the creative freedom to select a framing style—from rustic, raw wood to sleek contemporary frames—that best complements your specific interior decor. Shipping them unframed also protects the canvas during transit.

What sizes are available in this collection? +

We offer Sohrai Art in various dimensions to fit different spatial needs, including statement murals as larger detailed narrative compositions for main living areas, abstract accents as smaller works focused on specific animal or bird motifs, and bespoke sizes for specific project dimensions available through custom inquiries.

How should I style and display Sohrai Art at home? +

Because of their bold lines and earthy color palette, Sohrai paintings serve as excellent focal points. They work exceptionally well on neutral walls where the black, red, and ochre tones can truly pop, in entryways and study areas adding a sense of grounded ancient heritage to the space, and on accent walls creating a "gallery" feel when paired with other indigenous art forms.

Is Sohrai Art suitable for gifting? +

Absolutely. Sohrai Art's raw aesthetic and storytelling quality make it a deeply meaningful gift for art enthusiasts who appreciate primitive and indigenous styles, housewarmings bringing "harvest blessings" and positive energy to a new home, and collectors looking for a rare addition documenting India's diverse folk traditions.

What is your shipping policy and timeline? +

We provide free shipping on all orders within India and ship our Sohrai collection worldwide. Custom orders and bulk requests for corporate gifting are welcome via WhatsApp or at +91 90357 90430. A Cash on Delivery (COD) option is available for domestic orders.

What is the return and exchange policy? +

If your painting arrives damaged, we offer a replacement of the same piece or an alternative of equal value. Due to the handcrafted and original nature of tribal art, we do not accept returns based on personal preference. For any assistance, contact hello@culturati.in or call +91 90357 90430.