10 Questions
What is the approximate period when the painting was created?
1750-1760 A.D.
The painting 'Radha (Bani Thani)' is a Rajasthani school of miniature painting.
True
The painting 'Radha (Bani Thani)' is made on ________ with water colour in tempera technique.
hand made paper
What is the name of the artist who created the painting 'Radha (Bani Thani)'?
Nihal Chand
What is the name of the king who was a great devotee of Radha and Krishna?
Sawant Singh
The painting is divided into three parts.
False
What is the meaning of 'Bani Thani'?
Well turned out
The eyes and faces of both Krishna and Radha in the painting betray ____________ and pain.
grief
Match the following elements of the painting with their descriptions:
Krishna's face = Elongated with high sloping forehead Radha's hair = Flowing down from her shoulders to her waist Pillow = Round pillow Radha's lips = Wearing a crown and ornaments
The painting is made using oil colours.
False
Study Notes
Rajasthani Miniature Painting
- Rajasthani School of Painting also known as Rajput School of Painting
- Flourished between 16th and early 19th century in princely kingdoms of Rajasthan and parts of Madhya Pradesh
- Rajput courts patronized painting, influenced by Mughal court practices
- Presence of painters from Mughal atelier in Bikaner, Jodhpur, or Kishangarh contributed to local Rajput schools
Characteristics of Rajasthani School
- Bold lines and powerful, contrasting colors
- Figures shown flat, with little attempt to depict perspective in a naturalistic fashion
- Painting surface sometimes divided into many compartments of different colors
- Influence of Mughals seen in refinement of drawing and introduction of some naturalism in figures and trees
Subject Matter
- Themes: seasons, Ragamala, hunting, religious themes from Ramayana and Mahabharata, love scenes of Radha and Krishna
- Portraits of kings and queens, highlighting societal values and improvements made by monarchs for the good of society
- Use of paper, ivory, and silk as canvas
Sub-Schools of Rajasthani Painting
Mewar School
- Also known as Udaipur school
- Characterized by powerful and rhythmic lines, glowing colors in deep harmonious contrast
- Examples: Maru Ragini by Sahibdin
Jaipur or Amber School
- Also known as Dhundar school
- Oldest evidence seen in Bairat wall paintings and palace walls of Amer palace
- Folk-style finish, despite Mughal-style attire and headdress
- Attained pinnacle during reign of Sawai Pratap Singh in 18th century
Marwar or Jodhpur School
- Jodhpur and Bikaner controlled by Rathods, Jaisalmer ruled by Bhati's
- Men and ladies wore brightly colored attire, followed Mughal traditions until 18th century
- Later, Rajput element grew more prominent, with linear rhythm and bright colors
- Examples: Chaugan Players by Nooruddin
Kishangarh School
- Characterized by fine draftsmanship, technical execution, and use of softer tones of colors
- Examples: Radha (Bani Thani) by Nihal Chand
Learn about the Rajasthani School of Painting, its characteristics, and the influence of Mughal court practices on Rajput courts in the 16th to 19th century. Explore the bold lines, powerful colors, and figurative styles of this art form.
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