A strikingly attractive traditional multihued Madhubani painting extensively detailing the 'varmala' ceremony -the auspicious first rite during the wedding of Lord Rama with Sita symbolising the first step towards the union of two souls.The strokes of the painting quill are very fine but distinct. These paintings are inspired by folklore. This is a traditional gift for all occasions.This handicraft is made using hand made paper cured with cow dung and is a signature livelihood of the painters of Madhubani, Bihar, India.