by CulturoAdmin | Apr 14, 2024 | Painting in India
Shekhawati wall paintings are an enchanting form of mural art that flourished primarily in the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan, India. This area, known as the “open art gallery of Rajasthan,” encompasses districts like Jhunjhunu, Sikar, and parts of Churu.... by CulturoAdmin | Apr 14, 2024 | Painting in India
Mewar paintings, originating from the Mewar region in Rajasthan, India, represent one of the most significant schools of Rajput painting. This artistic tradition began to flourish in the early 17th century and continued to evolve through the 19th century,... by CulturoAdmin | Apr 14, 2024 | Painting in India
Marwar paintings, also known as the Jodhpur style of painting, are a significant branch of Rajput painting from the Marwar region, which includes cities like Jodhpur, Pali, Nagaur, and Bikaner in Rajasthan, India. This school of painting flourished primarily from the... by CulturoAdmin | Apr 14, 2024 | Painting in India
Bundi paintings are a style of Rajput painting that originated in the Bundi kingdom, located in Rajasthan. This school of painting is particularly noted for its distinctive use of colour and composition, and it flourished from the 17th to the 19th century. The style... by CulturoAdmin | Apr 7, 2024 | Painting in India
A distinct painting style emerged during the Mughal period, greatly inspired by influences from Persia. New themes, colours and forms began to appear. Court scenes were depicted with great opulence, as well as historical events, hunting scenes, other royal... by CulturoAdmin | Apr 7, 2024 | Painting in India
Rajput paintings thrived from the 16th to the mid-19th century under the Hindu Rajput rulers of Rajputana and the Punjab Himalayas patronage. These artworks were contemporary to Mughal paintings and initially featured a restricted colour palette, limited spatial...