Many historians believe that the Mughals imported this art from Persia to India. Many art galleries showcase a variety of these miniature paintings.
Each creation takes from a couple of days to weeks to design depending on the detailing and size of artwork. The paintings are made with true stone colours. The powder is mixed with water and gum.
Some of the best examples of paintings date back to the first half of the 16th century. These are represented by a group of miniatures, largely called the “Kulhadar Group.” This group includes illustrations of the ‘Chaurapanchasika’ – “Fifty Verses of the Thief by Bilhan, the Gita Govinda, and the Bhagavata Purana and Ragamala. The style of these miniatures is marked by the use of brilliant contrasting colours, dynamic and angular drawing, and transparent drapery.
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