Tanjore paintings are also known as Thanjavur paintings. These one of the popular classical paintings have been Southern Tamil Nadu’s pride for two centuries. Their dense composition and vibrant colours makes them stand out from all other forms of painting. This unique form of painting was originated in 16th century during maratha period. Tanjore paintings […]
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The beautiful Mughal paintings were evolved between 16th-19th century and reflects a great combination of Indian, Islamic and Persian styles. It is believed that these eye luring paintings were originated during the rule of Mughal Emperor, Humayun and this art further prospered under the rule of other Mughal Emperors, Akbar, Shah Jahan and Jahangir. The […]
Mysore being the second largest city of Karnataka, India gave birth to the beautiful and unique form of art called Mysore paintings in the 17th and 18th century. It came under the patronage of Wodeyars specially Raja Wodeyar. This art reached its heights and obtained glory under the patronage of Maharaja Krishnaraja Wodeyar III. To […]