Paintings
Paintings
642 products
History of Indian paintings is as old as its civilization; traditonal Indian paintings were based on the principle of Shadanga or Six Parts/Limbs of arts which are… 1. Rupabheda distinction of forms and appearances. 2. Pramanam measurement, proportions. 3. Bhava feelings on forms. 4. Lavanya Yojanam Infusion of beauty or grace. 5. Sadrisyam Similitude. 6.Varnikabhanga Artistic manner of using the medium and colors. The finest example of these principles are the paintings of Ajanta Caves; even today some of traditional Indian painting schools follow the same principles... to name a few are PatachitraTemple Paintings, Kalamkari Narrative Paintings on Cloth, Tanjore Paintings and Miniature Paintings of Rajasthan School etc. Featured on this website you will find the best in Indian Paintings created by Indian artists following their age old art traditions, each of these Indian Art Paintings speaks a million words, also find Gond & WarliTribal Paintings, Madhubani Folk Paintings, Phad and Pichwai paintings of Rajasthan, Kalighat paintings of Bengal, Batik Paintings etc. carefully selected for the lovers and the connoisseur of art.

The beautiful Madhubani painting reflects the co-existence of birds and fish in Mithila, where this form of art is practised. The painting depicts a big bird along with a fish and then a chain of fishes surrounds the central figure. A number of natural colours and powders are nicely used in the painting. Madhubani style of paintings is central to Mithila in North Bihar and this is practised mainly by the women.

The popular beliefs of the Mithila region gets reflected in the beautiful Madhubani painting that puts the figures in a human chain and in circular form. Cosmic beliefs of the people are getting reflected in the painting. Madhubani paintings are centred on Bihar and this type of painting uses purely natural dyes and handmade paper. The protector God has been given a central place in the painting and his role in protecting the people is evident.

Specification
- Product Code :1388
- Material :Handmade Paper
- Size :30" x 22"
Description
The beautiful Madhubani painting exalts the symphony of a Mithila village where the coexistence of the people and the animals characterizes the motion of life. Tattoos of the fishes and the people are beautifully depicted in the painting. Mithila paintings, also called Madhubani, are a folk tradition kept alive by women in northern Bihar. They draw traditional designs and depict events from epic mythology using crushed wet rice and natural colors on 100% handmade paper.

Specification
- Product Code :2718
- Material :Handmade Paper
- Size : 30" x 22"
Description
The beautiful Madhubani painting celebrates the deep love between Radha and Krishna in an elegant manner. The saga of love between Radha and Krishna has been inspiring people since time immemorial. This genre of painting is marked by line drawings filled in by bright colours and contrasts or patterns. Though traditionally done by the women folk of the region, nowadays men are also involved in the process. These are basically tribal art which are marked by the application of strong earthly colours. Madhubani paintings are done with mineral pigments prepared by the artists. The work is done on freshly plastered or a mud wall. But nowadays, to meet the growing commercial demand, such paintings are also done on paper, cloth and canvas.

Specification
- Product Code :B2719
- Material :Handmade Paper
- Size :22"H x 30"W
Description

In this beautiful Madhubani painting, Lord Krishna is playing his flute whereas two gopis seem to be mesmerized by His immortal tune. The Lord Krishna is sitting on a tree, whereas the gopis are looking at Him. Madhubani painting, also known as Mithila Art, as this genre of painting is centred around Mithila region in Bihar, is marked by line drawings filled in by bright colours and contrasts or patterns. Though traditionally done by the women folk of the region, nowadays men are also involved in the process. These are basically tribal art which are marked by the application of strong earthly colours.

Specification
- Product Code :2721
- Material :Handmade Paper
- Size :15"H x 22"W
Description
The simple but attractive Madhubani painting depicts Lord Arjuna preaching Arjuna at the battleground of Kurukshetra following the latter’s refusal to raise arms against his kith and kin. Natural colours are used by the women painters to depict the famous scene from Indian epic Mahabharata. Madhubani painting has been done traditionally by the women of villages around the present town of Madhubani and other areas of Mithila. The painting was traditionally done on freshly plastered mud wall of huts, but now it is also done on cloth, hand-made paper and canvas.

Specification
- Product Code :2726
- Material :Handmade Paper
- Size :30"H x 22"W
Description

A number of living creatures are nicely depicted in this beautiful Madhubani painting. The painting shows the symbiotic relationship between different animals, how one is dependent on other. The painting also shows the peaceful co-existence of various species. Madhubani painting, also known as Mithila Art as this genre is centred around Mithila region of Bihar, is marked by line drawings filled in by bright colours and contrasts or patterns. Though traditionally done by the women folk of the region, nowadays men are also involved in the process. These are basically tribal art which are marked by the application of strong earthly colours. Madhubani paintings are done with mineral pigments prepared by the artists. The work is done on freshly plastered or a mud wall. But nowadays, to meet the growing commercial demand, such paintings are also done on paper, cloth and canvas.

In this beautiful Madhubani painting traditional tattoo method is nicely used with a number of animals. Here tattoo work in bold natural colours, in the traditional form of Madhubani is portrayed. Traditionally closer to their lives, Madhubani painters use the tattoo symbols in their paintings. However, these tattoos are not meaningless designs rather they have their own symbolic significance. The painting depicts the closeness of the people to the animals and the symbiotic relations between an and animals.

In this spectacular Madhubani painting, the Sun is painted sparkling red. The Sun is painted at the centre and is surrounded by minor creatures. The painting shows the centrality of the sun god to the lives of the Mithila people. The painting shows the religious beliefs of the simple people of Mithila for who the sun is the ultimate source of all energy and the Sun is held in high esteem and is worshipped with devotion.

Specification
- Product Code :531
- Material :Patti Paper (Cotton and Paper Togather)
- Size :8"x10.50"
Description
Lord Ganesha, the son of Lord Shiva and Parvati, is given here a vivid depiction with some spectacular lines and colour patterns. Lord Ganesha is one of the most revered gods in Hinduism and is worshipped at the beginning of any ceremony. As the remover of obstacles, he is one of the most benevolent gods in Hinduism.

The beautiful Patachitra painting depicts a large number of animals sitting together. A beautiful colour pattern emerges in the painting that depicts the beauty of the Patachuitra style of painting. Elephants, deer, tiger, rabbits, snakes all are being shown together in the beautiful painting. Green, yellow, white, red, black all colours have been nicely combined together to create a resplendent effect in the painting.

The beautiful Patachitra painting depicts the Lord Krishna being surrounded by the gopis. Lord Krishna was extremely popular among the young gopis and they went out of their household chores to meet their beloved and affectionate Krishna. Derived from the Sanskrit words patta (a piece of cloth), chitra (painting or picture), Patachitra is a folk art form drawn on a piece of silk, cotton or any other fabric, portraying traditional motifs and imageries of religion and society. Natural colours are profusely used to depict mythological themes.
Specification
- Product Code :726
- Material :Tussar silk
- Size :12" x 17"
Description
The mother goddess Kali is being given a royal treatment in the beautiful Patachitra painting with some splendid depiction of colour pattern and outlines. An epitome of tremendous force and energy, the female goddess is wearing the garlands of human skulls and her black figure and the bulging lip show an element of awe and ferocity. The sleeping Shiva symbolizes ignorance as surrounds our life. She represents the darker side of human beings and worshipping her protects us from the evil forces.

The beautiful image of Lord Vishnu is being given a nice treatment in the spectacular painting. The Master of the Universe and one of the Trinity is being given a refine and royal treatment with his four hands holding four different weapons. His face reveals a deep sense of satisfaction and accomplishment. On his one hand he is holding the bow and on his other the arrow, in his third hand he is holding lotus and on the fourth a conch. The painting reveals some sparkling designs on it and colours have been smartly combined together to yield a spectacular effect.
Main menu








