Pichwai Painting

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