This document summarizes several traditional Indian painting styles, including Rajasthani, Mysore, Tanjore, Madhubani, Pattachitra, Kalamkari, and Mughal paintings. Rajasthani paintings depict themes from Hindu epics and mythology using mineral and plant-derived colors. Mysore paintings originate from the town of Mysore and feature Hindu gods and goddesses. Tanjore paintings serve as religious icons with vivid colors and compositions. Madhubani paintings feature mythology and nature from the Mithila region of Bihar. Pattachitra paintings are inspired by Hindu mythology from Odisha and use vegetable colors. Kalamkari paintings feature scenes from mythology using
Indian art has evolved over millennia, with early themes emerging in the Harappan period around 2500 BC. Major developments include the arrival of Indo-Europeans introducing new ideas around 1500 BC, the rise of Buddhism around 500 BC bringing new themes, and influence from Alexander's conquests in the 320s BC. The Gupta period saw the carving of the Ajanta and Ellora caves between the 2nd-6th centuries AD depicting Buddhist scenes. Islamic influence from around 1000 AD brought new styles like miniature paintings. Indian art reflects its diversity of cultures and acceptance of outside influences, which it has blended into its traditions over time.
This document summarizes different art forms found in India, including:
- Mural paintings found in Kerala depicting mythology and legends.
- Pahari paintings from Himachal Pradesh depicting the Himalayan landscape.
- Madhubani paintings traditionally created by women in Bihar on walls and cloth with themes of gods and nature.
- Warli folk paintings from Maharashtra used to transmit stories in tribal villages without writing.
- Mysore paintings known for their elegance and attention to detail depicting Hindu gods and mythology.
The document provides information on the history of painting in India from prehistoric to Mughal periods. It discusses paintings found in ancient cave sites like Ajanta and Ellora dating from 2nd century BC to 10th century AD depicting religious themes. The Mughal style evolved under Akbar in the 16th century by synthesizing indigenous Indian and Persian styles, known for naturalism and fine detail. Major painting traditions across India are described, along with materials and techniques used.
This document provides summaries of various traditional crafts and art forms from different regions of India, including Phulkari and Bagh embroidery from Punjab, Chambal Rumal embroidery from Himachal Pradesh, Warli paintings from Maharashtra, Madhubani paintings from Bihar, Lac ware from Rajasthan, Kundan Jadau jewelry technique from Rajasthan and Gujarat, Tangka paintings from Tibet, Kashidakari embroidery from Kashmir, Blue Pottery from Rajasthan, Gota Patti metal embroidery from Rajasthan, Pattu weaving from Rajasthan, Phad painting scrolls from Rajasthan, Block printing techniques from Bagru and Sanganer near Ja
All types of paintings for sale - https://www.tradeindia.com/Seller/Gifts-Crafts/Paintings/
A presentation on some of the most famous paintings, their styles and genres from India. The painting styles and genres include: Mughal Paintings, Mural Paintings, Rajput Paintings, Traditional Paintings, Modern Paintings, Tanjore Paintings, Mysore Paintings, Kalighat Paintings, Miniature Paintings, Madhubani Paintings, Canvas Paintings, Acrylic Paintings, Oil Paintings, Ajanta Paintings, Marble Paintings, Landscape Paintings and Portrait Paintings.
Each type of painting has its photos alongwith brief detail.
This document summarizes several traditional Indian painting styles, including Rajasthani, Mysore, Tanjore, Madhubani, Pattachitra, Kalamkari, and Mughal paintings. Rajasthani paintings depict themes from Hindu epics and mythology using mineral and plant-derived colors. Mysore paintings originate from the town of Mysore and feature Hindu gods and goddesses. Tanjore paintings serve as religious icons with vivid colors and compositions. Madhubani paintings feature mythology and nature from the Mithila region of Bihar. Pattachitra paintings are inspired by Hindu mythology from Odisha and use vegetable colors. Kalamkari paintings feature scenes from mythology using
Indian art has evolved over millennia, with early themes emerging in the Harappan period around 2500 BC. Major developments include the arrival of Indo-Europeans introducing new ideas around 1500 BC, the rise of Buddhism around 500 BC bringing new themes, and influence from Alexander's conquests in the 320s BC. The Gupta period saw the carving of the Ajanta and Ellora caves between the 2nd-6th centuries AD depicting Buddhist scenes. Islamic influence from around 1000 AD brought new styles like miniature paintings. Indian art reflects its diversity of cultures and acceptance of outside influences, which it has blended into its traditions over time.
This document summarizes different art forms found in India, including:
- Mural paintings found in Kerala depicting mythology and legends.
- Pahari paintings from Himachal Pradesh depicting the Himalayan landscape.
- Madhubani paintings traditionally created by women in Bihar on walls and cloth with themes of gods and nature.
- Warli folk paintings from Maharashtra used to transmit stories in tribal villages without writing.
- Mysore paintings known for their elegance and attention to detail depicting Hindu gods and mythology.
The document provides information on the history of painting in India from prehistoric to Mughal periods. It discusses paintings found in ancient cave sites like Ajanta and Ellora dating from 2nd century BC to 10th century AD depicting religious themes. The Mughal style evolved under Akbar in the 16th century by synthesizing indigenous Indian and Persian styles, known for naturalism and fine detail. Major painting traditions across India are described, along with materials and techniques used.
This document provides summaries of various traditional crafts and art forms from different regions of India, including Phulkari and Bagh embroidery from Punjab, Chambal Rumal embroidery from Himachal Pradesh, Warli paintings from Maharashtra, Madhubani paintings from Bihar, Lac ware from Rajasthan, Kundan Jadau jewelry technique from Rajasthan and Gujarat, Tangka paintings from Tibet, Kashidakari embroidery from Kashmir, Blue Pottery from Rajasthan, Gota Patti metal embroidery from Rajasthan, Pattu weaving from Rajasthan, Phad painting scrolls from Rajasthan, Block printing techniques from Bagru and Sanganer near Ja
All types of paintings for sale - https://www.tradeindia.com/Seller/Gifts-Crafts/Paintings/
A presentation on some of the most famous paintings, their styles and genres from India. The painting styles and genres include: Mughal Paintings, Mural Paintings, Rajput Paintings, Traditional Paintings, Modern Paintings, Tanjore Paintings, Mysore Paintings, Kalighat Paintings, Miniature Paintings, Madhubani Paintings, Canvas Paintings, Acrylic Paintings, Oil Paintings, Ajanta Paintings, Marble Paintings, Landscape Paintings and Portrait Paintings.
Each type of painting has its photos alongwith brief detail.
PAINTINGS
A MINIATURE PAINTING OF MEDIVAL PERIOD
INTRODUCTION
Indian painting has a very long tradition and history in Indian art.
The earliest Indian paintings were the rock paintings of pre-historic times, the petroglyphs as found in places like Bhimbetka , some of them from before 5500 BC.
India's Buddhist literature is replete with examples of texts which describe palaces of the army and the aristocratic class embellished with paintings, but the paintings of the Ajanta Caves are the most significant of the few survivals.
Indian paintings provide an aesthetic continuum that extends from the early civilisation to the present day.
From being essentially religious in purpose in the beginning, Indian painting has evolved over the years to become a fusion of various cultures and traditions.
Some Genres of Indian painting
Murals
Miniature painting
Eastern Indian painting
Western Indian painting
Mughal painting
Rajput painting
Tanjore painting
Modern Indian painting
PAINTING OF AJANTA CAVES
Paintings of Ajanta caves are mainly based on the episodes drawn from the life of Lord Buddha .
Ajanta caves are the treasure house of delicate paintings. Some of them also portray scenes from Jataka tales.
The temples are excavated out of batholitic cliffs on the inner side of a seventy-foot valley in the Wagurna River vale, at a site where beauty dropped her image.
Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, Cave 1
Features of Paintings of Ajanta
The Ajanta paintings stresses on religious romanticism with lyric quality, a reflection of the view that every aspect of life has an equal value in the spiritual sense and as an aspect of the divine.
The paintings are done by covering the rough surface of the wall with a layer of clay or cow dung mixed with chopped straw or animal hair. When this has been smoothed and levelled, it is given a varnish of fine white clay or gypsum and it is on this ground that the painting is done.
Ceiling Paintings of Ajanta
The most famous paintings at Ajanta caves are in `Cave I`. The shape of the cave is a square hall with the roof supported by rows of pillars.
There is a rock cut image of a seated Buddha at the back of the shrine. The most unusual feature of the cave is parts of the complete decoration of the flat ceiling. There are scenes carved from the life of Lord Buddha as well as a number of ornamental motifs.
In the paintings of Ajanta there are beautifully drawn female figures of dusky complexion wearing towering head-dresses that strongly resembles the sophisticated mukuta, crowning the Bodhisattva himself.
. This is a representation of the Shakti or female of the Bodhisattva, one of the many indications of the intrusions of Hindu concepts into Buddhism .
The paintings of the ceiling of Cave I at Ajanta is executed in a more flat, enhancing style and the space is divided into a number of adjacent panels square and rectangular in form, which are filled with subjects and showy
Indian art has a long history, with early influences emerging as far back as 2500 BC during the Harappan period. Major developments include the arrival of Indo-Europeans around 1500 BC bringing new ideas, the conversion to Buddhism around 500 BC introducing new themes, and Alexander the Great's conquests in the 320s BC exposing India to Greek styles. The Guptan period saw the flowering of cave temples like Ajanta and Ellora between the 2nd-6th centuries. The arrival of Islam around 1000 AD brought new influences like iconoclasm and miniature painting styles. Indian art remains deeply influenced by religion and philosophy, and is characterized by spiritual themes and mystical relationships between man and god across diverse media.
Abanindranath Tagore was a prominent Indian artist and member of the distinguished Tagore family. He was one of the founders of the Bengal school of art, which aimed to modernize traditional Indian art styles like Mughal and Rajput paintings in response to growing Western influence. Tagore developed an interest in art as a student and was influenced by Mughal styles, incorporating them into his paintings of Hindu themes. He believed in adapting Indian artistic traditions to express Hindu philosophy and promote Indian national culture. Tagore taught many other influential Indian artists and is regarded as a pioneer in the development of a distinctive Indian painting style.
Siddhartha Gautama was born in Lumbini, Nepal in the 6th century BCE. He was a prince who lived a sheltered life until experiencing old age, sickness, and death for the first time. This led him to leave his life of luxury and meditate under a bodhi tree, where he attained enlightenment and became the Buddha. He then taught the Four Noble Truths and Eightfold Path to end suffering. His teachings spread and artistic traditions developed, with early Buddhist sites in India including Bhaja, Karla, Ajanta, and the Greco-Buddhist art of Gandhara.
This document compares the traditional art forms of Kalamkari and Pattachitra. Kalamkari originated in Andhra Pradesh and uses vegetable dyes and mineral colors in depictions of Hindu mythology. Pattachitra hails from Odisha and uses natural colors in scroll paintings influenced by Jagannath. The key differences are that Kalamkari has changed over time while Pattachitra has remained traditional, Kalamkari is limited to South India while Pattachitra is found across India, and Kalamkari features epics while Pattachitra focuses on Bhakti themes like Jagannath.
The document discusses several folk painting styles found in India including Warli, Phad, Kalamkari, Patachitra, Patua, Kalighat, Madhubani, Rajasthani, Mysore, and Tanjore paintings. It also summarizes some important cave paintings sites in India such as Ajanta Caves, Bagh Caves, and Jain Caves, describing their key characteristics, themes, and historical context.
Folk art refers to art created by individuals without formal artistic training that reflects the traditions and social values of their culture. It often serves practical purposes and includes paintings, sculptures, tools, toys, and costumes. For a class project, students will research the folk art of a chosen culture, examine common styles and themes, and create their own painting inspired by that folk art tradition.
This mind map is a graphical way to represent ideas and concepts of Rajasthani school of miniature Painting.It is a visual thinking tool that helps structuring information, helping you to better analyze, comprehend, synthesize, recall and generate new ideas.
The document provides information about Madhubani painting, a folk art from Bihar, India. It discusses the origins of Madhubani painting dating back to Sita's wedding. Traditionally done by women in villages on freshly plastered mud walls of huts, it now also uses cloth, paper, and canvas. Madhubani paintings mostly depict nature and Hindu deities through vibrant colors and geometric patterns. Different traditions - Kayastha, Brahmin, and Tattoo - use varying techniques and themes. Natural colors are derived from plants and minerals, while newer acrylic colors are also now used. Madhubani painting has gained international recognition and is adopted by the State Bank of India on debit cards.
Ajanta paintings _ Traditions and Techniques.Jeevan Lal
The document provides information about the Ajanta caves located in Maharashtra, India. It discusses the two phases of construction - the Hinayana period from 2nd-1st century BC and the later Mahayana period from 4th-6th century AD. During the first phase, the earliest caves were excavated under the Satavahana dynasty and depictions of the Buddha were through symbols. The second phase saw greater artistic activity with sculptures and paintings of the Buddha added. The caves contain detailed fresco paintings on the walls and ceilings depicting Buddhist stories and themes. Techniques like multiple vision and animnonnata were used to provide an illusion of depth. Over time the paintings declined in quality
by Aayushi Shrimali And Akanksha Manna (University of Delhi) (kalindi college)History Hons /3rd year
origin
background
jahangir
shahjahan
later mughal school ,prominent painters and influences
Indian art has a long history spanning various empires and periods. Some key highlights include:
- Ancient Indian art included Buddhist rock-cut architecture and sculptures from the Satavahana era around the 2nd century BC.
- Art flourished under later empires like the Guptas in the 5th century CE, producing sculptures such as the meditating Buddha.
- Regional kingdoms like the Pallavas in the 7th-8th century created structural temples at Mamallapuram.
- Under the Delhi Sultanate and Mughals from the 15th-17th century, miniature paintings depicted court scenes and events in manuscripts.
- Regional styles also emerged in South India
history of Indian art and its evolution. Shankar Rao
Indian painting has a long tradition dating back to ancient rock paintings. There are several genres of Indian paintings that developed over time, including murals from the 2nd century BC to 10th century AD, miniatures from the 11th to 12th century, Mughal paintings from the 16th to 19th century that blended Indian, Persian, and Islamic styles, and Rajput paintings from the 17th century in western India. Regional styles also emerged like Mysore, Tanjore, Kangra, and Pattachitra paintings in South India focused on Hindu gods and mythology. Modern Indian paintings from the 20th century onward became more realistic and expressional, while 3D paintings are now popular in the 21st
Madhubani painting is a style of painting from the Mithila region of India and Nepal characterized by eye-catching geometric patterns done using natural dyes. The art form originated in ancient times according to mythology but was unknown outside the region until a British officer discovered the paintings on newly exposed house walls after an earthquake in 1934. Foreign scholars like a French author and German anthropologist have helped promote Mithila painting internationally by documenting the art and encouraging lower caste communities to participate, adding new styles. An organization called the Master Craftsmen Association of Mithila was established in 1977 to support local artists through exhibitions and sales.
If travel to Gujarat is next on your card and you want to explore the vibrancy of Gujarat in different styles, then definitely you should head to the core of Gujarati’s culture.
The document discusses the history of sculpture and paintings in India. It notes that some of the earliest sculptures in India date back to the Indus Valley civilization in stone and bronze. As Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism developed, India produced intricate bronze sculptures and temple carvings. During the Mughal Empire from the 16th to 19th centuries, Mughal miniature paintings flourished, depicting various scenes and portraits. The paintings combined Persian influences with Indian styles and reached their height during the reigns of Akbar, Jahangir, and Shah Jahan before declining later on. Rajasthani painting also evolved from the Mughal style in the 18th century royal courts of Rajasthan.
Mugal painting is a particular style of South Asian, particularly Indian painting confined to miniatures either as book illustrations or as single works to be kept in albums (muraqqa). It emerged from Persian miniature painting (itself partly of Chinese origin) and developed in the court of the Mughal Empire of the 16th to 18th centuries. The Mughal emperors were Muslims and they are credited with consolidating Islam in South Asia, and spreading Muslim (and particularly Persian) arts and culture as well as the faith.[1]
Mughal painting immediately took a much greater interest in realistic portraiture than was typical of Persian miniatures. Animals and plants were the main subject of many miniatures for albums, and were more realistically depicted. Although many classic works of Persian literature continued to be illustrated, as well as Indian works, the taste of the Mughal emperors for writing memoirs or diaries, begun by Babur, provided some of the most lavishly decorated texts, such as the Padshahnama genre of official histories. Subjects are rich in variety and include portraits, events and scenes from court life, wild life and hunting scenes, and illustrations of battles. The Persian tradition of richly decorated borders framing the central image (mostly trimmed in the images shown here) was continued, as was a modified form of the Persian convention of an elevated viewpoint.
The Emperor Shah Jahan standing on a globe, with a halo and European-style putti, c. 1618-19 to 1629.
The Mughal painting style later spread to other Indian courts, both Muslim and Hindu, and later Sikh, and was often used to depict Hindu subjects. This was mostly in northern India. It developed many regional styles in these courts, tending to become bolder but less refined.
Amrita Sher-Gil was an Indian painter born in Budapest, Hungary in 1913 who received formal training in Paris. She is considered one of India's most celebrated modern artists for combining European techniques with Indian styles. Sher-Gil's paintings depicted rural Indian scenes and poverty, and were characterized by their use of bright colors and unique style influenced by Impressionism, miniatures, and Western and Indian art traditions. Her most famous works include Self-Portrait from 1930 and Hungarian Gypsy Girl from 1932. Sher-Gil is recognized as having brought a new realism to Indian painting through her mastery of techniques that conveyed profound stories through gestures and facial expressions.
Company style paintings blended Indian and European artistic traditions. They were produced in India under European patronage in the 18th-19th centuries. The style combined traditional Rajput and Mughal techniques with Western perspective and realism. Most paintings were small miniatures, though natural history works were life-sized. Major centers included cities with British settlements. Famous works include the Delhi Book and Fraser Album, which documented Mughal court life. Paintings were typically created on paper for albums in a hybrid Indo-European style.
This document provides an overview of several traditional Indian art forms: Tanjore paintings known for religious themes and use of gold leaf; Madhubani paintings characterized by bright colors and line drawings; Warli folk paintings done in white with red and yellow dots depicting social events; Pattachitra paintings on canvas with mythological themes and natural pigments; Rajasthani miniature paintings depicting court scenes in fine detail with precious materials; and Kalamezhuthu floor drawings in South Indian temples following religious rules with plant-based colors.
India has a rich history of traditional arts and crafts that continue to shape its culture. When incorporated into architecture and interior design, these art forms provide an important link to the past and a strong sense of identity. Some examples that are still popular today include the ornately carved pillars of Chettinad homes in Tamil Nadu and the fresco paintings of Rajasthan that narrate folktales. Using traditional crafts according to modern sensibilities helps keep indigenous skills and obscure crafts relevant. Traditional art forms described in the document include Madhubani painting from Bihar, Warli painting from Maharashtra, Kalamkari printing from Andhra Pradesh, Pattachitra scroll paintings from Odisha and West
PAINTINGS
A MINIATURE PAINTING OF MEDIVAL PERIOD
INTRODUCTION
Indian painting has a very long tradition and history in Indian art.
The earliest Indian paintings were the rock paintings of pre-historic times, the petroglyphs as found in places like Bhimbetka , some of them from before 5500 BC.
India's Buddhist literature is replete with examples of texts which describe palaces of the army and the aristocratic class embellished with paintings, but the paintings of the Ajanta Caves are the most significant of the few survivals.
Indian paintings provide an aesthetic continuum that extends from the early civilisation to the present day.
From being essentially religious in purpose in the beginning, Indian painting has evolved over the years to become a fusion of various cultures and traditions.
Some Genres of Indian painting
Murals
Miniature painting
Eastern Indian painting
Western Indian painting
Mughal painting
Rajput painting
Tanjore painting
Modern Indian painting
PAINTING OF AJANTA CAVES
Paintings of Ajanta caves are mainly based on the episodes drawn from the life of Lord Buddha .
Ajanta caves are the treasure house of delicate paintings. Some of them also portray scenes from Jataka tales.
The temples are excavated out of batholitic cliffs on the inner side of a seventy-foot valley in the Wagurna River vale, at a site where beauty dropped her image.
Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, Cave 1
Features of Paintings of Ajanta
The Ajanta paintings stresses on religious romanticism with lyric quality, a reflection of the view that every aspect of life has an equal value in the spiritual sense and as an aspect of the divine.
The paintings are done by covering the rough surface of the wall with a layer of clay or cow dung mixed with chopped straw or animal hair. When this has been smoothed and levelled, it is given a varnish of fine white clay or gypsum and it is on this ground that the painting is done.
Ceiling Paintings of Ajanta
The most famous paintings at Ajanta caves are in `Cave I`. The shape of the cave is a square hall with the roof supported by rows of pillars.
There is a rock cut image of a seated Buddha at the back of the shrine. The most unusual feature of the cave is parts of the complete decoration of the flat ceiling. There are scenes carved from the life of Lord Buddha as well as a number of ornamental motifs.
In the paintings of Ajanta there are beautifully drawn female figures of dusky complexion wearing towering head-dresses that strongly resembles the sophisticated mukuta, crowning the Bodhisattva himself.
. This is a representation of the Shakti or female of the Bodhisattva, one of the many indications of the intrusions of Hindu concepts into Buddhism .
The paintings of the ceiling of Cave I at Ajanta is executed in a more flat, enhancing style and the space is divided into a number of adjacent panels square and rectangular in form, which are filled with subjects and showy
Indian art has a long history, with early influences emerging as far back as 2500 BC during the Harappan period. Major developments include the arrival of Indo-Europeans around 1500 BC bringing new ideas, the conversion to Buddhism around 500 BC introducing new themes, and Alexander the Great's conquests in the 320s BC exposing India to Greek styles. The Guptan period saw the flowering of cave temples like Ajanta and Ellora between the 2nd-6th centuries. The arrival of Islam around 1000 AD brought new influences like iconoclasm and miniature painting styles. Indian art remains deeply influenced by religion and philosophy, and is characterized by spiritual themes and mystical relationships between man and god across diverse media.
Abanindranath Tagore was a prominent Indian artist and member of the distinguished Tagore family. He was one of the founders of the Bengal school of art, which aimed to modernize traditional Indian art styles like Mughal and Rajput paintings in response to growing Western influence. Tagore developed an interest in art as a student and was influenced by Mughal styles, incorporating them into his paintings of Hindu themes. He believed in adapting Indian artistic traditions to express Hindu philosophy and promote Indian national culture. Tagore taught many other influential Indian artists and is regarded as a pioneer in the development of a distinctive Indian painting style.
Siddhartha Gautama was born in Lumbini, Nepal in the 6th century BCE. He was a prince who lived a sheltered life until experiencing old age, sickness, and death for the first time. This led him to leave his life of luxury and meditate under a bodhi tree, where he attained enlightenment and became the Buddha. He then taught the Four Noble Truths and Eightfold Path to end suffering. His teachings spread and artistic traditions developed, with early Buddhist sites in India including Bhaja, Karla, Ajanta, and the Greco-Buddhist art of Gandhara.
This document compares the traditional art forms of Kalamkari and Pattachitra. Kalamkari originated in Andhra Pradesh and uses vegetable dyes and mineral colors in depictions of Hindu mythology. Pattachitra hails from Odisha and uses natural colors in scroll paintings influenced by Jagannath. The key differences are that Kalamkari has changed over time while Pattachitra has remained traditional, Kalamkari is limited to South India while Pattachitra is found across India, and Kalamkari features epics while Pattachitra focuses on Bhakti themes like Jagannath.
The document discusses several folk painting styles found in India including Warli, Phad, Kalamkari, Patachitra, Patua, Kalighat, Madhubani, Rajasthani, Mysore, and Tanjore paintings. It also summarizes some important cave paintings sites in India such as Ajanta Caves, Bagh Caves, and Jain Caves, describing their key characteristics, themes, and historical context.
Folk art refers to art created by individuals without formal artistic training that reflects the traditions and social values of their culture. It often serves practical purposes and includes paintings, sculptures, tools, toys, and costumes. For a class project, students will research the folk art of a chosen culture, examine common styles and themes, and create their own painting inspired by that folk art tradition.
This mind map is a graphical way to represent ideas and concepts of Rajasthani school of miniature Painting.It is a visual thinking tool that helps structuring information, helping you to better analyze, comprehend, synthesize, recall and generate new ideas.
The document provides information about Madhubani painting, a folk art from Bihar, India. It discusses the origins of Madhubani painting dating back to Sita's wedding. Traditionally done by women in villages on freshly plastered mud walls of huts, it now also uses cloth, paper, and canvas. Madhubani paintings mostly depict nature and Hindu deities through vibrant colors and geometric patterns. Different traditions - Kayastha, Brahmin, and Tattoo - use varying techniques and themes. Natural colors are derived from plants and minerals, while newer acrylic colors are also now used. Madhubani painting has gained international recognition and is adopted by the State Bank of India on debit cards.
Ajanta paintings _ Traditions and Techniques.Jeevan Lal
The document provides information about the Ajanta caves located in Maharashtra, India. It discusses the two phases of construction - the Hinayana period from 2nd-1st century BC and the later Mahayana period from 4th-6th century AD. During the first phase, the earliest caves were excavated under the Satavahana dynasty and depictions of the Buddha were through symbols. The second phase saw greater artistic activity with sculptures and paintings of the Buddha added. The caves contain detailed fresco paintings on the walls and ceilings depicting Buddhist stories and themes. Techniques like multiple vision and animnonnata were used to provide an illusion of depth. Over time the paintings declined in quality
by Aayushi Shrimali And Akanksha Manna (University of Delhi) (kalindi college)History Hons /3rd year
origin
background
jahangir
shahjahan
later mughal school ,prominent painters and influences
Indian art has a long history spanning various empires and periods. Some key highlights include:
- Ancient Indian art included Buddhist rock-cut architecture and sculptures from the Satavahana era around the 2nd century BC.
- Art flourished under later empires like the Guptas in the 5th century CE, producing sculptures such as the meditating Buddha.
- Regional kingdoms like the Pallavas in the 7th-8th century created structural temples at Mamallapuram.
- Under the Delhi Sultanate and Mughals from the 15th-17th century, miniature paintings depicted court scenes and events in manuscripts.
- Regional styles also emerged in South India
history of Indian art and its evolution. Shankar Rao
Indian painting has a long tradition dating back to ancient rock paintings. There are several genres of Indian paintings that developed over time, including murals from the 2nd century BC to 10th century AD, miniatures from the 11th to 12th century, Mughal paintings from the 16th to 19th century that blended Indian, Persian, and Islamic styles, and Rajput paintings from the 17th century in western India. Regional styles also emerged like Mysore, Tanjore, Kangra, and Pattachitra paintings in South India focused on Hindu gods and mythology. Modern Indian paintings from the 20th century onward became more realistic and expressional, while 3D paintings are now popular in the 21st
Madhubani painting is a style of painting from the Mithila region of India and Nepal characterized by eye-catching geometric patterns done using natural dyes. The art form originated in ancient times according to mythology but was unknown outside the region until a British officer discovered the paintings on newly exposed house walls after an earthquake in 1934. Foreign scholars like a French author and German anthropologist have helped promote Mithila painting internationally by documenting the art and encouraging lower caste communities to participate, adding new styles. An organization called the Master Craftsmen Association of Mithila was established in 1977 to support local artists through exhibitions and sales.
If travel to Gujarat is next on your card and you want to explore the vibrancy of Gujarat in different styles, then definitely you should head to the core of Gujarati’s culture.
The document discusses the history of sculpture and paintings in India. It notes that some of the earliest sculptures in India date back to the Indus Valley civilization in stone and bronze. As Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism developed, India produced intricate bronze sculptures and temple carvings. During the Mughal Empire from the 16th to 19th centuries, Mughal miniature paintings flourished, depicting various scenes and portraits. The paintings combined Persian influences with Indian styles and reached their height during the reigns of Akbar, Jahangir, and Shah Jahan before declining later on. Rajasthani painting also evolved from the Mughal style in the 18th century royal courts of Rajasthan.
Mugal painting is a particular style of South Asian, particularly Indian painting confined to miniatures either as book illustrations or as single works to be kept in albums (muraqqa). It emerged from Persian miniature painting (itself partly of Chinese origin) and developed in the court of the Mughal Empire of the 16th to 18th centuries. The Mughal emperors were Muslims and they are credited with consolidating Islam in South Asia, and spreading Muslim (and particularly Persian) arts and culture as well as the faith.[1]
Mughal painting immediately took a much greater interest in realistic portraiture than was typical of Persian miniatures. Animals and plants were the main subject of many miniatures for albums, and were more realistically depicted. Although many classic works of Persian literature continued to be illustrated, as well as Indian works, the taste of the Mughal emperors for writing memoirs or diaries, begun by Babur, provided some of the most lavishly decorated texts, such as the Padshahnama genre of official histories. Subjects are rich in variety and include portraits, events and scenes from court life, wild life and hunting scenes, and illustrations of battles. The Persian tradition of richly decorated borders framing the central image (mostly trimmed in the images shown here) was continued, as was a modified form of the Persian convention of an elevated viewpoint.
The Emperor Shah Jahan standing on a globe, with a halo and European-style putti, c. 1618-19 to 1629.
The Mughal painting style later spread to other Indian courts, both Muslim and Hindu, and later Sikh, and was often used to depict Hindu subjects. This was mostly in northern India. It developed many regional styles in these courts, tending to become bolder but less refined.
Amrita Sher-Gil was an Indian painter born in Budapest, Hungary in 1913 who received formal training in Paris. She is considered one of India's most celebrated modern artists for combining European techniques with Indian styles. Sher-Gil's paintings depicted rural Indian scenes and poverty, and were characterized by their use of bright colors and unique style influenced by Impressionism, miniatures, and Western and Indian art traditions. Her most famous works include Self-Portrait from 1930 and Hungarian Gypsy Girl from 1932. Sher-Gil is recognized as having brought a new realism to Indian painting through her mastery of techniques that conveyed profound stories through gestures and facial expressions.
Company style paintings blended Indian and European artistic traditions. They were produced in India under European patronage in the 18th-19th centuries. The style combined traditional Rajput and Mughal techniques with Western perspective and realism. Most paintings were small miniatures, though natural history works were life-sized. Major centers included cities with British settlements. Famous works include the Delhi Book and Fraser Album, which documented Mughal court life. Paintings were typically created on paper for albums in a hybrid Indo-European style.
This document provides an overview of several traditional Indian art forms: Tanjore paintings known for religious themes and use of gold leaf; Madhubani paintings characterized by bright colors and line drawings; Warli folk paintings done in white with red and yellow dots depicting social events; Pattachitra paintings on canvas with mythological themes and natural pigments; Rajasthani miniature paintings depicting court scenes in fine detail with precious materials; and Kalamezhuthu floor drawings in South Indian temples following religious rules with plant-based colors.
India has a rich history of traditional arts and crafts that continue to shape its culture. When incorporated into architecture and interior design, these art forms provide an important link to the past and a strong sense of identity. Some examples that are still popular today include the ornately carved pillars of Chettinad homes in Tamil Nadu and the fresco paintings of Rajasthan that narrate folktales. Using traditional crafts according to modern sensibilities helps keep indigenous skills and obscure crafts relevant. Traditional art forms described in the document include Madhubani painting from Bihar, Warli painting from Maharashtra, Kalamkari printing from Andhra Pradesh, Pattachitra scroll paintings from Odisha and West
Madhubani painting, also known as Mithila painting, originated in the Mithila region of Bihar, India. It is traditionally done by women on freshly plastered mud walls and focuses on Hindu religious themes and nature. There are three main styles - Brahmin, Tattoo, and Kshatriya - which differ in color use and themes depicted. Natural dyes are derived from plants and minerals and applied without shading. Madhubani painting is a vibrant folk art form that depicts the culture and traditions of Mithila.
Madhubani painting originates from villages in Bihar, India. Traditionally done by women on cloth, paper, and canvas, it depicts Hindu religious motifs and deities as well as nature. Though the art form is ancient, it gained recognition in the 1960s when economic hardship forced artists to sell their works. Made using brushes and natural dyes derived from plants, there are different styles - the Brahmin style uses vibrant colors depicting gods, while the Tattoo style of lower castes uses bright colors showing flora and fauna. Modern demand has increased commercialization, but some argue this harms the art form's essence and aesthetics.
Rajasthan is known for its unique art and culture that is reflected in its architecture such as ornate palaces, forts, and intricately carved temples. The region has many traditional art forms that include paintings, carvings, and handicrafts. Some of the major art forms discussed are Rajput paintings, Gond paintings, Mandana wall paintings, Thapa hand prints, and Blue pottery. Sanjhi art originated in Mathura as a folk tradition of making stencil-based rangoli designs, especially depicting scenes from Krishna's life. It is considered a refined spiritual art form but the number of practicing artisans was declining until recent conservation efforts.
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The Madhubani paintings originated in the Mithila region of Bihar, India. According to local mythology, they date back to when King Janaka commissioned decorations for his daughter Sita's wedding to Lord Rama. Originally, women would paint divine images on walls and floors as a way to connect with God. Now the paintings are done on cloth, paper, and canvas using natural dyes like turmeric, indigo, and flower juices. Common motifs include deities, nature scenes, the sun, moon, and plants. Styles vary between regions and castes.
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This document provides an overview of various traditional art forms from across India, including Madhubani paintings from Bihar, Warli paintings from Maharashtra, miniature paintings from the Mughal era, Rajput paintings from Rajasthan, Kalam kari paintings from Andhra Pradesh, Tanjore paintings from Tamil Nadu, Pattachitra paintings from Orissa, Gond paintings from Madhya Pradesh, Kalighat paintings from Bengal, Phad paintings from Rajasthan, and Cheriyal scrolls from Telangana. For each art form, it describes when and where they originated, what themes and styles are depicted, and materials used.
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Warli art is a folk art tradition of the tribal communities in Maharashtra, India. It is traditionally created by tribal women on the mud walls of their homes. The paintings depict scenes from daily life and rituals, without any mythological figures. Common motifs include human figures, animals, and activities like dancing, hunting, and farming. The style has simple rhythmic patterns executed in white paint on a red background. While the tribes were traditionally forest dwellers, many have now integrated into mainstream society and the commercialization of Warli art has helped improve their economic conditions.
The document provides an overview of various forms of Indian folk art including Warli painting, Madhubani art, Bhil art, Kalamkari art, Pattachitra art, and Gond art. It describes the origins, themes, materials, and techniques used in each art form. Key information includes that Warli painting uses simple geometrical shapes and figures from daily life, Madhubani art depicts Hindu mythology using plant-based colors, and Bhil art uses dots of color filled in with twigs to decorate homes and temples.
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There are different styles of Madhubani painting originating from the Mithila region of Bihar, India, including the Bharni, Katchni, Tantrik, Godna, and Kohbar styles. These paintings traditionally used natural dyes and pigments on walls and floors but now also use paper, cloth, and canvas. They typically feature geometric patterns and depictions of nature, Hindu gods and goddesses, and rituals. Pioneering artists like Sita Devi, Ganga Devi, and Mahasundari Devi helped popularize Madhubani painting both in India and internationally and received several honors for their work promoting this folk art tradition.
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2. Different Indian Art Forms
• GOND PAINTINGS
• PHAD PAINTINGS
• CHITTARA
• WARLI ART
• MADHUBANI ART
• KALAMKARI
• TANJORE PAINTINGS
• CHERIYAL SCROLLS
• KALIGHAT PAINTINGS
• PATTACHITRA
3. GOND PAINTINGS
Gond painting is a famous folk art of the Gond tribal
community of central India. Some of the patterns used in
Gond paintings are:
Dots, Fine Lines, Curved Lines, Dashes, Fish Scales, Drops
of Water, Seed Shapes
Bright colors such as Red, Yellow, Blue, Green, etc., are
commonly used in Gond art. Natural colors are obtained
from charcoal, colored soils, plants, leaves, cow dung, etc.
Prominent Colors: Red, Yellow, Blue and Green.
4. PHAD PAINTINGS
Phad is a type of scroll painting that narrates elaborate religious
stories of local deities and gods.
Typical colors seen in a Phad painting are Yellow, Orange,
Green, Brown, Red, Blue and Black. Each color is used for
specific purposes – Yellow for creating the initial outline and in
ornaments and clothing, Orange for limbs and the torso, Green
for trees and vegetation, Brown for architectural structures, Red
for royal clothing and flags as well as a thick border, and Blue
for water or curtains. Black is applied at the end as outlines.
Prominent Colors: Yellow, Orange, Green, Brown, red, Blue and
Black.
5. Chittara is an autochthonous art practice. It is a ubiquitous
cultural phenomenon of the Deevaru
community.
The paintings are usually 2 – 3 feet in size, aesthetically
refined, made of symbols representing their physical
environment. They use eco-friendly natural resources like
ground rice paste for White colour, roasted rice for Black,
Yellow seeds (Gurige) red earth and the brushes are made
up of Pundi Naaru.
CHITTARA
Prominent Colors: White, Black and Brown, Red.
6. Warli painting is a form of tribal art mostly created by the
tribal people from the North Sahyadri Range in Maharashtra,
India.
These shapes are symbolic of different elements of nature.
The circle represents the sun and the moon, while the triangle
depicts mountains and conical trees.
The painting is done on an austere mud base using one color,
White, with occasional dots in Red and Yellow. This color is
obtained from grounding rice into white powder.
Warli Painting the use of color is restricted to a stark white
against earthen backgrounds.
WARLI ART
Prominent Colors: White, Red and Yellow.
7. Madhubani painting is famous for it naturality and
uniqueness. Often characterized by complex geometrical
patterns, these paintings are known for representing ritual
content for particular occasions, including festivals,
religious rituals, etc.
Traditionally this painting was crafted using natural color.
These colors are often bright and pigments like lampblack
and ochre are used to create black and brown respectively.
Colors used were - Yellow, green, black, white, indigo,
red, blue, brown.
MADHUBANI ART
Prominent Colors: Yellow, Green, Black, White, Indigo, Red,
Blue and Brown.
8. Kalamkari is an ancient style of hand painting done
on cotton or silk fabric with a tamarind pen, using
natural dyes.
Motifs drawn in Kalamkari spans from flowers,
peacock, paisleys to divine characters of Hindu
epics like Mahabharata and Ramayana.
Kalamkari art primarily use earthy colors like
Indigo, Mustard, Rust, Black and Green.
KALAMARI ART
Prominent Colors: Indigo, Mustard, Black and Green.
9. A classical artform from southern India, Thanjavur painting –
also known as Tanjore painting – is a celebration of the
region’s rich artistic tradition. Tanjore paintings are known for
their extravagant depictions of deities using vibrant colours and
gaudy embellishments, especially gold foil.
The use of vibrant colors and gold leaf embellishments are
characteristic of Tanjore paintings, with cut glass, pearls and
precious and semi-precious stones also used for decoration.
The dazzling color palette of Tanjore paintings uses vibrant
shades of Reds, Blues and Greens. Common themes in
Tanjore paintings include Bal Krishna, Lord Rama, as well as
other gods, goddesses, saints and subjects from Hindu
mythology.
Prominent Colors: Red, Blue and Green.
TANJORE ART
10. Cheriyal Scroll Painting is a popular and modified version
of Nakashi art, considered highly rich in the local motifs. This
art form is unique to the state of Telangana and made mostly
in Hyderabad currently. These scrolls depict stories from the
Indian mythology as well as the shorter stories related to the
Puranas and Epics. The Cheriyal paintings represent a
distinct local invention, based mainly on local traditions.
These are painted in vivid hues with mostly primary colors,
showing a predominance of Red color in the background.
CHERIYAL SCROLL
Prominent Colors: Red.
11. Characterised by bright colors and bold outlines, Kalighat painting
evolved as a unique genre of Indian painting in 19th-century
Kolkata, in West Bengal. From the depiction of gods and other
mythological characters, these paintings developed over time to
reflect a variety of themes.
The backgrounds were left plain, all non-essential details
removed, and basic combinations of colors were used. This
created the key characteristics of the Kalighat genre.
The main characteristics of the Kalighat genre: bright colors,
bold outlines, and a simple and striking visual image.
KALIGHAT PAINTINGS
Prominent Colors: Bright Colors(Primary).
12. This form of art is closely related to the cult of Shri
Jagannath and the temple traditions in Puri. For Pattachitra
painting, the Chitrakars follow a traditional process of
preparing the canvas. A gauze-like fine cotton cloth is
coated with white stone powder and gum made out of
tamarind seeds. This makes the canvass ready to accept
the paint, made of natural colors. These colors are an
unique feature of Pattachitra.
In general, Blue, Yellow, Green, Red, Brown, Black and
White are used in the Pattachitra of West Bengal.
PATTACHITRA PAINTINGS
Prominent Colors: Blue, Yellow, Green, Red, Brown and
Black.