Tanjore Paintings

Tanjore Paintings
by Amit Beriwal

Tanjore has been the hub of all sort of cultural activities. The most noted affair being the Tanjore Paintings. This art developed at the time of Nayaks of Tanjore, is a renowned art now.

The style of these paintings, the decoration done by Jaipur stones, and the Gold Foil, makes these paintings unmatchable and very precious. A gallery of these paintings can be viewed at Tanjore Paintings Gallery 1 and the second gallery can be viewed at Gallery of Lord Krishna Tanjore paintings.

These paintings are made with great hardwork, and the lusture of these paintings make them ideal to be placed at puja ghar's. The theme for most of these paintings are Gods and Goddesses. Lord Krishna is a prominent figure amoung these paintings. The material required for Tanjore Paintings are easily available, but the hard work is the thing that makes these paintings invaluable.

Tanjore Paintings has seen a long tradition of several dynasties, and so is a clear indication of the Indian Culture. This part is what which makes the Tanjore Paintings a must for each household.

They add glory and lusture to the place they are attached to. That probably is the reason that these paintings could be seen at reception halls, marriage halls, bedrooms, puja ghars, etc.

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