Indian Art Series - Madhubani Art | Set of 4 Book | Maanu Graphics |

Name : Indian Art Series - Madhubani Art | Set of 4 Book | Maanu Graphics |

Author : Maanu Graphics

Book Format : Paperback

Edition : 1

Genre : Crafts,Hobbies & Home

ISBN : NA

Language : English

Pages : 101-200 Pages

Publish Year : 2023

Publisher : Maanu Graphics

Reading Age : Adults

Sub Genre : Coloring Books

Madhubani art or Mithila painting was traditionally created by the women of various communities in Mithila region of India and Nepal. It originated from Madhubani district of Mithila region of Bihar and it is popularly called Mithila painting or Madhubani art. Madhubani is also a major export centre of these paintings. This painting as a form of wall art was practiced widely throughout the region; the more recent development of painting on paper and canvas mainly originated among the villages around Madhubani, and it is these later developments led to the name Madhubani art being used alongside the name "Mithila Painting." There is ritual content for particular occasions, such as birth or marriage, and festivals, such as Holi, Surya Shasti, Kali Puja, Upanayana, Durga Puja. Madhubani paintings mostly depict the people & its association with nature and the scenes & deity from the ancient epics. Natural objects like the sun, the moon, and religious plants like tulsi are also widely painted, along with scenes from the royal court and social events like weddings. Generally no space is left empty; the gaps are filled by paintings of flowers, animals, birds, and even geometric designs.

Country of Origin : India