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About Miniature Painting ?

 

About Miniature Painting ?


Miniature painting is a form of Indian painting that is characterized by its small size and intricate details. It is traditionally done on small pieces of paper or parchment, but can also be found on other materials such as ivory, wood, and even metal. The paintings are typically created using a variety of techniques such as watercolor, gouache, and tempera, and are often embellished with gold and silver leaf, as well as precious and semi-precious stones.

Miniature painting has a long history in India, and can be traced back to the 16th century. It reached its peak of popularity during the Mughal Empire, where it was used to illustrate manuscripts, and to depict scenes from court life, as well as stories from Hindu mythology and Islamic literature. The Rajput kingdoms also developed their own style of miniature painting, which is known for its bright colors, and bold and expressive brushwork.

Some famous miniature painters are Raja Ravi Varma, Raja Deen Dayal, Nihal Chand, Mughal miniature painters like Bichitr, Manohar and Basawan.

Miniature painting is considered a highly skilled and time-consuming art form, and is still practiced today by a small number of artists in India. Many of these artists are based in Rajasthan and it is considered as a traditional and cultural art form of India.

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