चित्रकला/हस्तशिल्प – Rajasthan GK

Kripal Singh Shekhawat gave a new identity to Jaipur's Blue Pottery and popularized it internationally. He experimented with new colors and designs in it.

Kavad is a wooden structure with multiple doors, on which religious stories are depicted. When opened, the stories are revealed sequentially.

Nathdwara style is primarily famous for the divine pastimes of Shrinathji and Pichwai art, not for court depiction. Court depiction was more prevalent in Mughal and other Rajasthani styles.

Usta Art is a unique art of Bikaner, involving intricate painting and carving with gold and other colors on camel hide.

Tarkashi art is famous in Nathdwara, Rajsamand, where intricate jewelry and other items are made using fine silver wires.

Alwar's Kagzi Pottery is known for its fineness and thinness, which gives it a paper-like feel.

Thewa art is a unique art form of Pratapgarh, involving intricate gold work on glass. It has been patronized by the Soni family for generations.

Pichwai art is a famous art form of Nathdwara, in which large cloth paintings depicting the childhood leelas of Lord Krishna are placed behind the idol of Shrinathji.

The Terracotta art of Molela village is famous for its clay idols and pottery. This art form has developed in Rajsamand district and has also received a GI tag.

Mewar style is considered the mother of painting styles in Rajasthan. Evidence of painting is found here from the 13th century, with 'Shravak Pratikraman Sutra Churni' being prominent.

Thewa Art Pratapgarh was granted a GI tag in the year 2010. This art is world-famous for its miniature gold painting on glass.

'Shravak Pratikraman Sutra Churni' was painted in 1260 AD during the reign of Maharana Tej Singh, making it the oldest available illustrated text of the Mewar style.

Jaipur style was deeply influenced by the Mughal style, especially during the reign of Sawai Jai Singh. It features realistic depictions of court life, hunting, and festivals.

Bani-Thani, a portrait of a beautiful woman depicted as Radha, is an excellent example of the Kishangarh style. It was created by painter Nihalchand during the time of Sawant Singh (Nagridas).

Jaipur is a major center for the manufacture of marble statues and other artifacts, where skilled artisans create various types of sculptures.

Kota style is particularly known for its hunting scenes. It depicts kings, queens, and feudal lords hunting various animals in the forest.

Bagru Print is a traditional handicraft art from Bagru town in Jaipur district, where block printing is done on fabrics using natural dyes.

Bundi style is renowned for its depiction of nature and animals and birds. It features beautiful portrayals of lush green trees, flowing waterfalls, and various types of birds.

In Phad painting, the sagas of folk deities (like Pabuji, Devnarayan Ji) are depicted on cloth, which are narrated by Bhopas with musical instruments. This is a famous art form of Shahpura, Bhilwara.