On observing closely, one can be simply astounded by the presence of detail in the Miniature paintings or Mughal paintings in India, which have been practiced for centuries. Serving as a documentation of history, these paintings have captured the moments, people, places, scriptures and events talking about its prosperity under the reign of Emperor Akbar with influences from Persia and molding with locally practiced forms of art. Being used as illustrations in the books to depict anything and everything from court scenes, battle scenes, and portraitures to scenes from epics of Ramayana and Mahabharata it primarily revolves around stories. With the added European influence in painting, realistic shading of the figures, perspectives, colors, patterns, variety in the dresses, and characters' expressions, everything is meticulously done using single hair brushes and organic pigments. Experience the artists incorporating contemporary subjects and themes circling our day-to-day lives with a touch of satire, depicting today’s stories with the same old patience, perseverance, and a need to document.
By Madan Meena ,
Print Making | Screen print on Archival Paper | 30 x 22
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By Madan Meena ,
Print Making | Natural Pigment on Archival Paper | 24.5 x 18.5
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