Tanjore Paintings

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Tanjore Paintings mainly of Thanjavoor pictures are one of the most luxurious and intricate crafts of traditional art forms of India. Pictures that adorn the living rooms, theprayer rooms and lobbies of luxurious hotels. The paintings hold an impression of affluence and auspice. Tanjore craftsmen through their creation and expertise bring to life many of mythological characters, Gods, Goddesses of worship. These Arts are globally distinguished for beauty, elegance and finds its place in the international handicraft market.

The technique originated from Tanjore, in the vicinity of Chennai, India. At first the canvas is stretched out over the plank of wood, painted with lime layers and smoothing is done. Internationally highly praised art form has been practiced since 18th century has also been accomplished on glass, wood, mica, ivory and walls hangings. Gems, gold flakes and expensive fundamentals are used to garnish the figures and the elements of architecture.

The distinguishing feature is the three dimensional effect formed by the use of modeling techniques by application of glue paste and limestone in layers applied and molded. Primary colors are mainly used for coloring, semi precious stones are used instead of gems and gold foil is still in use for decoration.