INTRODUCTION
India is a country where art flows like water. It is a part of living. Certain wall paintings are made to celebrate festivals. Certain paintings are made to show the way of living in villages such as the life of God Krishna in Gokul. Wall paintings deeply increase the beauty of our house, proves that we respect our tradition and make our rooms much more attractive. Here are seven paintings that everyone must think of buying to decorate their houses.
WARLI PAINTINGS
They are simple but showcase a lot of spirit. These paintings are from Maharashtra. Its charm lies in its simplicity. It is used making triangles and lines which brings rhythm and movement to every scene.
PICHWAI PAINTINGS
Pichwai paintings were made in the Nathwai district of Rajasthan. They are full of rich, exotic detailing. They are a mark of how regal India is and the deep spirituality ingrained in us. They will look beautiful in the rooms where praying is done. Originally, they were created as backdrops for Lord Krishna paintings in the form of Shrinathji. Today, these paintings are famous in a worldwide way.
Mural Paintings
At first, they were drawn directly on the walls with natural pigments and now they are made on canvas and corners. They are inspired by divine interventions and they showcase scenes from the Ramayana. They are dramatized by using bright colors such as a vibrant red, a rich green or ochre and they are a mixture of vibrancy and calm. They could be used to decorate your home temple or your corridor. They will add to the brightness of your house.
Kaavi Art
Although lesser known, it has a very attractive aesthetic. It is perfect for rooms that have white walls. The designs are made on white lime plaster. There is red pigment on the base which is showcased with the drawings. The combination of red and white feels completely ethereal. They were first found on the temple walls of Karnataka. The plaster is of white lime. It will look amazing on a minimalistic setting.
Mandana Paintings
These paintings are from Rajasthan and Maharashtra. The medium with which the painting is done is white pigment on cow dung walls. They could be used to decorate rustic walls or verandas. Earlier, women used these paintings to decorate courtyards, verandas or even rustic walls. The women from the Meena community used it to ward off evil. They are a set of symmetrical drawings. They used to be drawn with chalk or rice paste. Most commonly, religious symbols were drawn to remove bad energy. Now framed and canvas pieces can bring an earthy look to traditional homes.
Pithora Paintings
They are from Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh. They were created by the Rathwa and Bhil tribes. There used to be a rule; these paintings were only created after a prayer or wish asked from God was fulfilled. There is a special symbolism to the quantity of horses present on the painting. All the symbols carry a very specific intent. Buying a painting like this is similar to bringing a blessing home. They have images of deities, the sun, the moon. Their brightness is enlightening.
Gond Paintings
These paintings are a result of idealistic imaginations. They were started by the Gond tribes of Central India. These paintings are extremely inspired by nature. It is also known as a dance of dots and lines. It is similar to a visual melody because the dots and lines themselves create themes. Nowadays, these paintings are made with acrylic paints. They are now used to depict social commentary.
Conclusion
In conclusion, these wall paintings are a great way to add to the depth and meaning of your house.
Author
Shreeja Mukherjee