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Pichwai Kala
Where
Art
Meets
Spirituality
Divine Canvas of Rajasthan
Its natural colors are a treasure for intricate motifs that resonate with the holy center of Nathdwara, near Udaipur
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Artistic Marvel of Nathdwara
It traces origin from the Sanskrit world ‘Pichh’ (back) and ‘wais’ (hanging), as a devotional painting on cloth or paper
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A Delicate balance
It is a window to the divine and features ‘Shringar ras’ of Pushtimarg sect through stories of devotion, protection, and oneness with nature
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Intricate Details and God’s Grace
It depicts 24 Swaroops of Shrinathji (a form of Lord Krishna), with Govardhan hill and Gopis, surrounded by flora and fauna
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A Symphony of Motifs and celebrations
Various Indian festivals such as Diwali, Janmashtami, Holi, Sharad Purnima, Raas Leela, and Anakoot, are portrayed
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Preserving a Cultural Gem
The GI tag was granted to Nathdwara Pichwai Painting in 2021 due to its historical roots, and artistic grandeur
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