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Pichwai Paintings

Artflute brings collection of Pichwai Paintings. A 400-year-old artform, Pichwai originated in the town of Nathdwara, Rajasthan, once forgotten as a bygone and glory, it was rediscovered in the 20th century and has its significance in folklore. ‘Pichwai’ is derived from two Sanskrit words Pich (back) and Wai (hanging), which literally translates to that which hangs in the background. The Pichwais, intricate paintings dedicated to Shrinathji, a 7-year-old form of Krishna, narrating various tales, moods, expressions, and emotions of Krishna chiefly serve the purpose of hanging in the back of the idol in these Shrinathji temples.
Themed in accordance with the seasons, festivals and rituals of the day, the pichwais are changed daily. Some of the common themes include Ras Leela, The Giriraja Pichwai, Srinath ji, the Morbuti and the Gopashtami. While Pichwai paintings are largely devotional by theme, they also have a unique aesthetic compared to the other folk art forms in India. Pichwai paintings can be painted up to large sizes of more than 6ft and have a distinct iconography of repeating motifs, characters, and patterns.
Traditionally drawn on handspun starched cotton fabric (Khadi) and painted with natural colours and brushes, it is the main export of Nathdwara in the modern day. Discover some visually stunning artworks by the artists from Nathdwara practicing the artform passed through generations with the same conviction and patience and a touch of contemporary pichwai art practices. Related collections: Radha Krishna Paintings, Krishna Paintings, Folk Art

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    Nandi Pichwai

    19900

    By Kuldeepak Soni ,

    Painting | Natural Stone Colour on | 18 x 24

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    Ragini

    29900

    By Kuldeepak Soni ,

    Painting | Natural Stone Colour on | 24 x 18

    Prints not available

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    Hide and Seek with Krishna

    24900

    By Kuldeepak Soni ,

    Painting | Natural Stone Colour on | 24 x 18

    Prints not available

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    Kal Vihar Pichwai

    26500

    By Kuldeepak Soni ,

    Painting | Natural Stone Colour on | 24 x 18

    Prints not available

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    The Haveli of Shrinathji

    Original Sold

    By Sushil Soni , India

    Painting | Natural Stone Colour on Cotton Cloth | 48 x 72

    Prints not available

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    Krishna and Sacred Cows

    69700

    By Sushil Soni , India

    Painting | Natural Stone Colour on Cotton Cloth | 48 x 48

    Prints not available

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    The Lotus Feet of Krishna

    58100

    By Sushil Soni , India

    Painting | Natural Stone Colour on Cotton Cloth | 48 x 36

    Prints not available

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    Calling out to the Peacocks

    Original Sold

    By Sushil Soni , India

    Painting | Natural Stone Colour on Cotton Cloth | 48 x 36

    Prints not available

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    Dancing Cows

    Original Sold

    By Sushil Soni , India

    Painting | Natural Stone Colour on Cotton Cloth | 12 x 24

    Prints not available

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    Dancing Together

    Original Sold

    By Sushil Soni , India

    Painting | Natural Stone Colour on Cotton Cloth | 12 x 24

    Prints not available

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    Shrinathji Nikunj Leela

    66400

    By Sushil Soni , India

    Painting | Natural Stone Colour on Cotton Cloth | 36 x 60

    Prints not available

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    Annkut

    Original Sold

    By Sushil Soni , India

    Painting | Natural Stone Colour on Cotton Cloth | 36 x 48

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FAQs for Pichwai Paintings

Pichwai paintings are a type of traditional Indian painting that originated in Rajasthan. The word “pichwai” comes from the Hindi word for “hanging”, referring to the way these paintings are often hung on walls. Pichwai paintings usually depict scenes from the life of the Hindu god Krishna and are often large and colorful. While pichwai paintings typically depict religious scenes in the traditional style, the Pichwai artists are also experimenting with contemporary styles depicting the same themes. For example, some pichwai paintings depict landscapes or everyday life scenes. Whatever the subject matter, pichwai paintings are beautiful and intricate works of art.
Pichwai paintings are Indian fabric paintings that depict Hindu gods and goddesses. The paintings are traditionally hung on the back wall of temples. Pichwai paintings are created on a special type of cloth known as pichwai cloth and the artists traditionally use natural available pigments as colors. The cloth is made of natural fibers such as cotton and silk. Buying a Pichwai painting also supports a traditional Indian art form that has been around since the 1800s and has been passed on from generation to generation.
Pichwai painting originated in Rajasthan, India in the 18th century and is most probably influenced by the earlier school of Miniature paintings from the 16-17th century.
Pichwai paintings are characterized by their use of bright colors, intricate details and aesthetically arranged repeating motifs/characters.
Do look at works of artists such as Amit Bhar, Prakash Ghadge, Shalini Soni, Subrata Ghosh, Sangeeta Abhay and Nitu Chhajer.
Pichwai paintings often depict scenes of the story of Krishna (in the form of Shrinathji) from Hindu mythology. They also include the depiction of festivals such as Holi, Janmashtami, Gopashtami, Sharad Purnima and Govardhan Puja.
Pichwai paintings are made by first sketching the scene onto a cloth backdrop, and then painting over it with bright colors. Sometimes gold is also used to adorn the painting.
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