Basholi paintings

About Basholi paintings:

• Basholi paintings originated in the Basholi region of Jammu and Kashmir.
• It is a reputed school of miniature paintings known for its vivid, evocative colours, bold lines, and deep-set facial patterns. 
• It is considered the first school of Pahari paintings
• Patronage: The Basholi painting style flourished during the 17th and 18th centuries under the patronage of local rulers and wealthy merchants.
• Features of the Basholi painting
  • It has peculiar characteristics, they have perfect geometrical patterns, bright colours and glossy enamel.
  • Colours used: Ochre yellow, brown, and green grounds predominating.
  • The figures in the paintings are shown clad in rich costumes, stylised faces and large bulging eyes lent unique individuality to these paintings.
  • Themes: The portraits of local rulers, Radha-Krishna, and Madhava-Malati love themes and themes from the Bhagavata Purana.
  • These are painted on paper, cloth, or wood using natural pigments and dyes.

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