Rajasthan Paintings

Rajasthan is a land rich in art and culture. The fine arts of the land have been fiercely developed by the inhabitants and seem to rebel against the drab terrain accorded to the region by Mother Nature. Natural resources of the region are used innovatively to bring to life vivid images and historic scenes.

Other favorite themes of the artisans of the region are Gods and Goddesses, religious motifs and natural phenomena such as sun, moon, stars, men and women and animals found in the region. The various forms of paintings in Rajasthan also make use of various bases starting from textiles as used in Phad and Batik to Glass, Acrylic Sheets, Marbles and even household walls. Herbal and natural dyes are the most commonly used but recent trends have made much space for innovations. The Phads depict the historic legends and battle scenes while powdered gemstones capture a royal scene for eternity; the wall paintings immortalize a domestic occasion while the miniatures are a collectors’ favorite.

The variety and richness of Rajasthani paintings have captured the hearts of tourists and art connoisseurs all over the world. The Pichawis of Nathdwara and Udaipur reflect the passion of the artists and are the offerings to the deities worshipped with fervor in the state. The inimitable skills and the appealing lines make these paintings the matter of much research and much sought after treasures. Marwar, Mewar, Jodhpur, Hadoti, Udaipur, Kishangarh, Jaipur, Dhundhur and Alwar are the hubs of the development of painting in Rajasthan. The famous Rajasthani paintings include:

• Phad
  
• Picchavi
  
• Miniature
  
• Batik
  
• Gem Stone Painting
  
• Wall Painting
  

Last Updated on 01 December 2011