Recently, artists in Chennai hosted an art exhibit showcasing Pichwai, some dating back 350 years.
About Pichwai Painting:
It is a traditional style of painting that originated in the state of Rajasthan, India.
The history of this art form can be traced back to the 17th century.
It is believed to have originated in the town of Nathdwara in Rajasthan.
Theme: It mainly features the various stages of Lord Krishna’s life.
Material used: The artists use stone pigments, especially for gold and silver tones. The brighter orange, red, chrome yellow and kesari colours come from vegetable dyes
Other schools of Pichwai— Nathdwara, Kishangarh and Bundi in Rajasthan.
They are often used to decorate the backdrops of Hindu temples, where they serve as a visual representation of the stories associated with Lord Krishna.
These paintings have distinct features of a heavier body and large elongated eyes, with a broad nose of Shrinathji, similar to the features of the idol at the temple.
The paintings are often filled with details, such as flowers, animals, and geometric patterns, which are arranged in a symmetrical and balanced composition.
Some of the famous Pishwai Paintings are:
Shrinathji in Black & Gold
Ras Leela – Krishna with Radha
Giriraja Pichwai – depicting Lord Krishna carrying Govardhana mountain on his little finger
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