The Indian paintings are definitely one of the better handicraft items which the country can boast of. Some of the popular forms of Indian paintings include glass paintings, miniature paintings, tribal Indian paintings, etc. Painting as an art form has always formed an integral part of Indian history. From times immemorial the people have loved and practiced this form of artistic expression. The wall paintings of Khajuraho and the cave paintings of Ajanta are two of the prime examples of some fantastic Indian paintings .
The Indian painters are known for making use of all types of surfaces to produce their masterpieces. Clothes, paper, walls, metals are the some of the materials which the Indian painters do the work upon. The Indian miniature paintings are one of the most stunning works which originated from the country of India. The Rajasthani and Mughal miniature Indian paintings are the ones which have never failed to delight and amaze the art connoisseurs of not only India but also of the entire world. There are not many artisans in India who practice this art. But the few left ensure that the people are no deprived of experiencing this wonderful form of expression.
The land of India also boasts of being the birthplace of world renowned painters like Abanindranath Tagore, Amrita Shergil, Jamini Roy and M.F. Hussain. Ravi Varma is also one of the most popular
Indian painters whose works are in great demand, even though he died in the year 1906.
The Indian glass paintings were first introduced in the Indian state of Gujarat during the early 18 th century. It now forms an integral part of Indian paintings .
Many of the Chinese artists who had settled in the country played an important role in the painting scenario of India. That is particularly so if you consider the glass paintings. The folk art painting of India also is one of the most impressive forms of Indian paintings .
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The traditional folk paintings which are in great demand throughout the world include Warli, Madhubani, Patachitra, etc. The Batik paintings of India are done on fabrics by an interesting process which involves wax dyeing. The Indian paintings are wonderful handicraft gifts which you could provide to your friends and family.
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