MINIATURE PAINTINGS - BUNDI SCHOOL OF ART (CHITRASHALA )

BUNDI SCHOOL OF ART - CHITRASHALA 

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The Bundi School is an important school of Rajasthani miniature painting that flourished in the princely state of Bundi, which was ruled by Hadoti Rajputs, from the 17th to the end of the 19th century. The Chunar Ragamala, painted in 1561, is one of the earliest examples of Bundi Paintings. Hunting, court scenes, festivals, processions, nobles' life, lovers' lifestyles, animals, birds, and scenes from Lord Krishna's life were all included prominently in Bundi paintings. The Bundi School had a close relationship with the Mughal style, although it was never central to the development and progress of Bundi paintings; nonetheless, the Mughal style's delicacy was not forgotten.

Chitrashala–Miniature Paintings, Bundi School of Art

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The Chitrashala is a part of the Garh Palace and is also known as the Ummed Mahal. It was built in the 18th century and includes a series of apartments situated on a raised pedestal over the garden courtyard. Bundi's iconic Chitra Shala offers a colorful insight into the past. This palace's walls and ceiling are totally decorated in Bundi school paintings that are still in excellent condition. These magnificent paintings at the Chitrashala are among the best in the world and can be compared to the best elsewhere.



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Miniature Paintings – Portraits



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When we first walk into the palace, we are greeted with a sea of green and blue - a relaxing yet unexpected combination of wall paintings. When we observe numerous layers of fine fabric on a human figure, we can appreciate the painters' abilities. We can see how a single piece can be used to represent the heads of 2 distinct creatures. In a scene depicting an elephant and a bull fighting. The Gopis' body rhythms and expressions as they beg Krishna to return their clothing are stunning. Every strand of hair flutters in the breeze. Landscapes and animals, on the other hand, are restricted to the scenes they require.

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The tale of Krishna and his several Leelas is shown in this painting. You'll initially come across three big panels showing Krishna Leela if you start on the left side of the hall. Krishna hoisting Govardhan Parvat, Radha Krishna's Raas Leela, and Krishna stealing Gopis' garments on the banks of the Yamuna.

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Then there are many moments of everyday life, including several scenes of women's lives. They can be seen playing board games like Chausar, dancing with the birds, and enjoying life in the palace. They spend the day on the swings and the evenings on the boats. Three images depict ladies hunting tigers, boars, and deers in a lengthy panel.


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Ramayana Paintings


The marriage scene of Ram and Sita from the Ramayana is depicted in panels. Starting with the Baraat, or wedding procession, and ending with the Vivah Mandap, or wedding ceremony. The presence of Shiva and the three brothers helps us to recognize the setting.
Ganesha, Shiva-Parvati, Saraswati, and Gaja Lakshmi are shown on the panels. We nearly feel like we're in a temple with a pantheon of Indian gods.


Nathdwara Temple Map


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A comprehensive map of the Nathdwara temple with Shrinathji can be found in the center of Chitrashala. The multi-dimensional maze of the temple in Nathdwara, wandering up and down and its various portions. A neat map illustrates the temple's layout, with Shrinathji in the center, holding the Govardhan temple in his left hand. In fact, different Vishnu avatars are painted on the walls. Probably the portrayal of several temples, with kings and courtiers standing with their hands folded.


Paintings & Inlay Work


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The ceiling is decorated with beautiful floral patterns in blue and green. The sun is painted in the center of the ceiling as if it were beaming brightly in the sky. The sun is a symbol of the Bundi royal dynasty, as well as many other Mewar dynasties. They claim descent from Lord Ram of the Ramayana, who was a Suryavanshi as well.


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Doors leading inside have intricate inlay work with ivory. The wood is wearing out, ivory pieces are falling apart, but the doors still look graceful in the remains of their erstwhile glory.


References:-

inditales.com/chitrashala-miniature-paintings-bundi/

kaisori.com/blogs/kaisori-discovers/the-love-of-bundi-miniature-paintings

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