Icons, Themes, And Objects: European Symbols in Mughal Art
With the rising influence of the Mughal Empire as not merely a local stronghold but a powerful ruling dynasty, it was inevitable that its...
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The Laur-Chanda Paintings: A Tale of Sufi Romance
Certain romances are timeless: they transcend the boundaries of time, fate, and circumstance. In this blog, we explore yet another tale of forbidden love....
The Diverse Schools of Deccan Miniature Painting
A distinct school of painting flourished and evolved in the plateau region of southern India, somewhere beyond the Vindhya mountain range, under several Sultans...
Chaurapanchasika: The Birth of Rajput Painting
If you knew that today was the last day you saw someone you loved, what would you say to them? Would you recount your...
Miniature Masters: Sahibdin and the Evolution of Mewar Miniature Painting
Behind every school of Indian Miniature painting is a master artist whose skill and unique style set the standards for what good art ought...
Miniature Masters: Ruknuddin and the Mughal Influence on Bikaner Miniature Painting
Bikaner is one of the numerous tourist attractions in the state of Rajasthan. This colourful desert town is home to a unique style of...
Miniature Maestros: Nisaruddin, the Pioneer of Mewar Miniature Painting
This Miniature Maestro attained fame under various different names. Though scholars may not be able to agree on a single iteration of his name,Ā Nisar-ud-in,...
Emperor Jahangirās Naturalistic Influence on Mughal Miniature Painting
Emperor Jahangir, the fourth ruler of the Mughal Empire, left an indelible mark not only on the political and cultural landscape of his time...
Exploring the Timeless Beauty of Mewar Miniature Paintings
The diverse schools of Miniature painting all have certain characteristics that define their distinctive styles.
Narratives of Love: Pahari Miniature Paintings of the Nala Damayanti Theme
Some love stories transcend the boundaries of time. They are immortalised through the memory of other people and become legends. While stories like Sohni-Mahiwal...
The History and Evolution of Miniature Paintings of the Jaipur School
Rajasthani Miniature painting evolved in many different regions and gave rise to many different styles and schools of painting. But do you know how...
What Sets Kota Paintings Apart From the Bundi School of Painting
You may have heard of the Kota-Bundi School of Miniature Painting, but you may also have heard of Kota and Bundi paintings separately. So...
Interpretations of Poetry in Malwa Miniature Paintings
Be it the sweet verses of Amir Khusrow, the brilliance of Tulsidas, the witty couplets of Kabir, or the ghazals of Mirza Ghalib, the...
Bundi Paintings: The Incredible Miniature Paintings Of Rajasthan
Indian Miniature paintings are as varied in style and subject matter as they are intricate. Different schools of painting developed different styles and methods....
The Diverse Tapestry of Indian Folk and Tribal Art Forms
India is a land of diversity, replete with multi-cultural communities, rich customs, and elaborate traditions. Almost every community came to express its unique perceptions...
Discovering Rajasthani Wildlife in Miniature Paintings
Studying the Rajasthani Wildlife in Miniature Paintings You might be aware that traditional Indian art often favours stylisation over realism. However, each stylised element...
Assamese Miniature Painting – Experience The Northeastern Legacy
The Palas of Bengal first introduced the Indian miniatures which are small-scale, highly detailed paintings.