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Tanjore paintings of the Thanjavoor pictures are one of the most expensive and elaborate crafts of traditional India. These pictures decorate the Pooja rooms, the living rooms and hotel lobbies. Tanjore PaintingsThese paintings carry an aura of richness and auspice. The craftsmen of Tanjore try to bring to life the mythological characters, Gods and Goddesses with their art and expertise. They are renowned worldwide for their beauty and make place in the international handicraft business.

The style originated in Tanjore near Chennai in India. A canvas is first stretched over the wooden plank, painted with an even layer of lime and smoothened. These internationally acclaimed art form can since 18th century has also been practiced on wood, glass, mica, ivory and on walls. gems, gold leaf and other such precious elements are used to decorate the figures as well as the architectural elements.

The characteristic feature is the three dimensional effect created using modeling effects by applying layers of paste made from glue and limestone molded and applied. Primary colors, are used for coloring. Though semi precious stones are used instead of gems, the gold foil is still used.

Location:

Tanjore,Tanjore District Tamil Nadu.

History:

Tanjore paintings are one of the most traditional works of art from the ancient period. It is recognized by all art adorers and admirers in India and around the world. The subject of Tanjore paintings are generally Hindu gods. Tanjore paintings are also made on other religious gods.

Nowadays, everybody have become more conscious about the ambience and interiors of their home and workplace. These paintings are widely used in the Pooja rooms, Pooja room doors, Main door entrance, Living room, Stair case wall, Dining rooms, Bedrooms, Study rooms, Corridors, Hotels, Wedding Halls, Office premises, etc. Tanjore paintings are hung on walls to give it the fulfillment with its richness and vibrant colours.

Features:

Tanjore paintings are rich in looks because of the 24 carat pure gold foil, Jaipur Glass Colour stones (also valuable stones are used as per client request), the vibrant colours, the jewellery decoration, the subject (God or Goddess in the painting) and the teak wood frame used in each painting. Every Tanjore painting is worked with a lot of patience, only to give the best depiction of the subject chosen by the customer. The making of a Tanjore painting takes a minimum of 3 days (for 10”x 12” size) to a maximum number of days depending upon the size and work recommended or preferred by the customer.