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Happy World Cat Day!

Do you see a cat in this painting?

Lady with a cat on a terrace (CSMVS) Indian Deccani Creation Date: Late 17th century Repository: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya HOLLIS number: 8001640402

This image is part of FAL’s Digital Images and Slides Collection (DISC), a collection of images digitized from secondary sources for use in teaching and learning. FAL does not own the original artworks represented in this collection, but you can find more information at HOLLIS Images.

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Maratha Valor Meets Modern Art

Here's a striking piece that captures the spirit of the Maratha warriors, blending tradition with a modern touch. This artwork features a Maratha warrior in iconic attire: the saffron turban, detailed armor, and those fierce, determined eyes that speak volumes of bravery and resilience. 🌄⚔️

The background’s abstract strokes in deep reds and earthy tones add movement and life, bringing a historical story into a contemporary canvas. It’s a powerful tribute to Maratha heritage—bold, vibrant, and unforgettable.

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Title: Portrait of hanuman ji.

Artist: Varun Artworks

Medium: Mixed media on canvas

Dimensions: 12 x 12 inches

Date: October 2024

Description:

This piece portrays a sage figure, depicted with flowing silver hair, a bushy white beard, and deep, piercing red eyes. The subtle tilak on the forehead symbolizes spirituality and ascetic wisdom. The earthy background enhances the natural, grounded presence of the figure, while the bold facial features evoke introspection and divine insight. The blend of vibrant colors with muted tones creates a dynamic balance, highlighting the mystic essence of the subject.

Inspiration:

This artwork draws inspiration from Indian spiritual traditions, capturing the timeless wisdom and meditative aura of sages.

© Varun Artworks 2024. All Rights Reserved.

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Qamar Ikram’s Masterpiece

Painters who create only one painting throughout their life are a rare and intriguing phenomenon in the world of art. These individuals, often referred to as "one-hit wonders" in the art world, produce a single masterpiece that becomes their defining work and legacy.

For some painters, their singular painting represents the culmination of a lifetime of artistic exploration and experimentation, encapsulating their unique style and vision in a single canvas. Despite creating only one painting, these artists often leave a lasting impact on the art world. Their work is celebrated for its originality, creativity, and emotional depth, resonating with viewers and art enthusiasts alike. Painters who create only one painting throughout their life offer a fascinating glimpse into the creative process and the nature of artistic expression. Their singular works stand as testaments to the power of art to transcend time and place, leaving a lasting impact on all who behold them.

One of the most notable examples of a painter who created only one painting is the French artist Jean-François Millet, who is best known for his masterpiece "The Angelus." Painted in 1857-1859, "The Angelus" depicts a moment of prayer in a rural setting, featuring two peasants bowing their heads in reverence.

Qamar Ikram stands out as a painter who has crafted a single, renowned masterpiece. Qamar Ikram's painting stands as a singular masterpiece, a work of art that embodies the culmination of his artistic vision and talent. This singular painting, created with meticulous care and attention to detail, is a testament to Qamar Ikram's dedication to his craft and his commitment to creating a timeless work of art. The decision to create only one painting in his life is a bold and deliberate choice, one that sets Qamar Ikram apart from other artists. By focusing all his energy and creativity into this one painting, Qamar Ikram has created a work of art that is truly unique and irreplaceable. No other painting will ever be made by him in the future, making this painting a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

Qamar Ikram's singular masterpiece is a reflection of his deep understanding of art and his desire to create something that will stand the test of time. As a painter, Qamar Ikram has left an indelible mark on the world of art with his singular masterpiece. His painting will be remembered and admired for generations to come, serving as reminder of the power of art to transcend boundaries and touch the human spirit.

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Laura Weinstein, Curator of South Asian and Islamic Art at Museum of Fine Arts Boston giving us a tour of the exhibit, “Flowers of Summer and Fall” from the collections of the Arts of South Asia.

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10 Aspects of Cheriyal Paintings

Have you heard about Cheriyal Paintings? If you are an Indian folk art aficionado, you might have; but most of us, unfortunately, do not know much about the art form. In this blog, let’s try learning ten aspects of this Cheriyal painting tradition.

What are Cheriyal Paintings? Cheriyal paintings are long narrative scroll paintings that serve as visual aids to a musical storytelling tradition. A conventional Cheriyal scroll is vertical and is divided into different frames, with each frame depicting a scene from the tale that is being presented. Since these scrolls are meant to be rolled when not in use, they are made with fabric. Traditionally, a khadi cloth is used as the base for these paintings.

Where do they come from? The name that the art form is known by today, i.e., Cheriyal, is derived from the town it is currently practised in. Cheriyal is a town in the Siddipet district of Telangana, India. The practice of the art form is much more limited than it was previously. Initially, these paintings were known as nakash or naqash, which translates to a drawing or a sketch.

Who are the people who are associated with these scrolls? In addition to the previous aspect, the people involved in the creation of these traditional nakash or Cheriyal paintings, are a community known as the Nakashis. Other than this community, there is another important group of individuals associated with this tradition. It is important to note that the actual purpose of these scrolls was to serve as visual aids when a storyteller narrated a particular folklore or mythological story in the form of a song. This community of balladeers is referred to as kaki padagollu. They travel from village to village narrating these stories.

How old is the Cheriyal painting tradition? As mentioned before, Cheriyal paintings were originally called nakash. Research suggests that these initial pieces were a little different from the ones created today, and are a result of cultural amalgamation. It is believed that the art form and technique of nakash came into the Indian subcontinent from Persia during the reign of the Mughals around the 16th century CE. Hence, making the Cheriyal painting tradition around 400 years old.

What themes do these paintings usually revolve around? The most prominent themes that are featured in Cheriyal paintings are the stories from Hindu epics like the Ramayana and the Mahabharata, and also the Puranas. For example, below is an example of a Cheriyal painting depicting the stories from the life of the Hindu deity Krishna.

Other than these religious and mythological tales, these paintings also depict the social life, cultural practices, and festivities of the local communities. In the Cheriyal painting below, instances from day-to-day life in a rural setting are portrayed.

What are commonly noticed motifs and patterns in Cheriyal paintings? Since religious tales are a popular theme in these scrolls, Hindu religious iconography is one of the most visible motifs in this art form. Moreover, flora and fauna are commonly painted on these scrolls too. Other than these, brightly coloured borders - both, at the edges of the scroll and in between the frames - with floral patterns are one of the most identifiable features of Cheriyal paintings. A bright red background too is a given in almost all Cheriyal works.

What paints are used in these paintings? Like all traditional folk art forms, Cheriyal paintings too use only naturally sourced colours. Most of the pigments used in these paintings are mineral based, i.e., they are obtained from coloured stones. These stones are crushed into a fine powder and mixed with a natural binder and water. The natural binder used is gum arabic, locally called tirumani gond. This mixture is prepared with extreme attentiveness to make paint that is of the right saturation and has the ability to stick to the cloth base.

What tools are used by Cheriyal artists to make these paintings? Paintbrushes are the only tools which are used by Cheriyal artists to draw, paint, and add details to their artworks. Traditionally, these paintbrushes were made using squirrel hair because of how fine the artists could paint with them. However, today this practice has been replaced by market-available synthetic brushes.

New adaptations? New trends? With changing times, the popularity of Cheriyal scrolls and the accompanying musical narrative tradition faced a decline. To sustain themselves, these artists have adapted themselves to the changing needs and tastes. Today, the size of these scrolls has been minimised and the number of frames per painting has been decreased too. This is because these paintings are now used more as decorative pieces in households, rather than as storytelling aids.

Another innovation of the Cheriyral artists is also the minimising of the Cheriyal masks. Originally, these masks were worn by the storytellers to give their audiences a more vivid experience. But as mentioned before, the decline in the associated storytelling tradition led to a decline in the demand. Today, these mini Cheriyal masks serve as decorative items.

Some Cheriyal artists also experiment with newer subjects and depict contemporary issues.

Where can you learn this art form? Now, if you really got interested in these Cheriyal paintings, we encourage you to check out Rooftop! This online platform provides daily workshops on different traditional art forms from India, and Cheriyal painting workshops do come up every now and then. Rooftop also has Maestro Courses, where authentic folk artists give lessons to anyone interested. Cheriyal art form is one of the upcoming courses there! You can also check out our Instagram or download the Rooftop App from GooglePlay or AppStore.

Source: https://medium.com/@rooftopapp/10-aspects-of-cheriyal-paintings-39bf5f73a400