What is the unique feature of Tanjore painting?

Tanjore Painting is the only painting to have EMBOSS on it. That is, the painting has areas that are ELEVATED from the surface. The other feature is the Real Gold Foil used to stick on the EMBOSSED areas – 22 carat gold foil is used. It is made of real gold and it never fades.

How do you identify a Tanjore painting?

Thanjavur paintings are characterised by rich and vivid colors, simple iconic composition, glittering gold foils overlaid on delicate but extensive gesso work and inlay of glass beads and pieces or very rarely precious and semi-precious gems.

How is the art of painting important in Indian culture?

The art form dates back to the early 9th century, a period dominated by the Chola rulers, who encouraged art and literature. These paintings are known for their elegance, rich colours, and attention to detail. The themes for most of these paintings are Hindu Gods and Goddesses and scenes from Hindu mythology.

Why Tanjore painting is different from other school of painting?

The dense composition, surface richness and vibrant colors of Indian Thanjavur Paintings distinguish them from the other types of paintings. Then, there are embellishments of semi-precious stones, pearls and glass pieces that further add to their appeal. The relief work gives them a three dimensional effect.

What is the main theme of Thanjavur art?

Common themes in Tanjore paintings include Bal Krishna, Lord Rama, as well as other gods, goddesses, saints and subjects from Hindu mythology.

Why Tanjore painting is different from other schools of painting?

Who started Tanjore painting?

Tanjore Painting, as we know it today, originated under the patronage of the Maratha rulers of Thanjavur in the 17th century CE and flourished under the most famous ruler of the line, Maharaja Serfoji II (1777-1832 CE), a great patron of learning and the arts.

Which theme is most often portrayed in Indian miniature paintings?

While artists all around the world convey their respective theme through their paintings, the most common theme used in the miniature paintings of India comprises of the Ragas or a pattern of musical notes, and religious and mythological stories.

Which world famous painting is considered as the jewel of Indian culture?

Born in Travancore on 29th April 1848, Ravi Varma’s paintings are considered to be the best examples of the fusion of European techniques and Indian sensibilities.

How do you emboss Tanjore painting?

Dip a piece of cotton in the water, and squeeze it to remove extra water. Step 3: Now with the wet cotton, gently rub circular manner on the embossed area. Step 4: Keep in mind that you need to maintain the neatness on the painting area too. Step 1: Mark the design with the help of Ball-point pen over embossed area.

Can we do Tanjore painting in canvas?

Tanjore paintings are made on wood and cloth canvas, in addition to being done on canvas, they also done on walls, wooden panel, glass, paper, mica and exotic media such as ivory. Tanjore paintings are rich, bright and many a times inlaid with precious stones and gold foil.