Tanjore Paintings - Three Dimensional Effect With Rich Colors | Devotional Themes Of Hindu Deities And Saints

Creating a distinct identity in the market, we present for our clients a spellbound collection of Tanjore Paintings. Exported to many countries, these paintings are basically originated in Thanjavoor, Tamil Nadu. A three dimensional effect makes these paintings unique in their appeal.  This type of effect is produced in the painting by modeling effects using layers of paste made from glue and limestone. With our Tanjore Paintings, we have brought an old and unique collection in market available for our clients at feasible prices.

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The art form dates back to about 1600 AD, a period when Nayakas of Tanjavur encouraged art chiefly, classical dance and music as well as literature both in Telugu and Tamil. Tanjore Paintings are known for their surface richness, vivid colours and compact composition. Essentially serving as devotional icons, the themes of most of these paintings are Hindu gods and goddesses, and saints as well. Episodes from Hindu tradition are drawn upon as elaboration to the main figure / figures placed in the central section of the picture.