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Which painting illustrates the love story of prince Dhola and princess Maru?
Which painting illustrates the love story of prince Dhola and princess Maru?
What major theme is depicted in the Gita Govinda paintings?
What major theme is depicted in the Gita Govinda paintings?
Which artist painted the Equine Portrait of Aniruddha Singh?
Which artist painted the Equine Portrait of Aniruddha Singh?
In which art school was the painting 'Bani Thani' created?
In which art school was the painting 'Bani Thani' created?
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What emotional states are explored in the painting 'Rasikapriya'?
What emotional states are explored in the painting 'Rasikapriya'?
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What specific activity is depicted in the painting 'Chaugan Players'?
What specific activity is depicted in the painting 'Chaugan Players'?
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What notable aspect characterizes the facial features in the Kishangarh paintings?
What notable aspect characterizes the facial features in the Kishangarh paintings?
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What is the primary subject of the painting 'Krishna swinging and Radha in a sad mood'?
What is the primary subject of the painting 'Krishna swinging and Radha in a sad mood'?
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Study Notes
Rajasthani Painting Schools
- Rajasthani painting schools flourished in princely kingdoms across Rajasthan and parts of Madhya Pradesh (Kota, Mewar, Bundi, Jodhpur, Malwa).
- The spread of Vaishnavism in the 16th century influenced painting, leading to depictions of Krishna, particularly in "Gita Govinda" paintings, emphasizing the Radha-Krishna love story.
- Other themes include emotional states like love, jealousy, and anger.
Famous Paintings
- Maru Ragini (Mewar): A "Ragamala" miniature painting by Sahibdin, depicting Dhola and Maru's elopement on a camel.
- Equestrian Portrait of Aniruddha Singh (1680): By Tulchi Ram, portraying Aniruddha Singh and a horse in motion, showcasing the artist's perception of speed.
- Chaugan Players (Jodhpur, Man Singh's reign): Depicts a princess and her companions playing Polo, highlighting the beauty of women on horseback.
- Krishna swinging and Radha in a sad mood (Bikaner, Nuruddin): Painted in 1683 by Nuruddin, showing Radha's disappointment at Krishna's attention to a Gopi.
Kishangarh Painting
- Bani Thani (Kishangarh): Originating in the Kishangarh province, characterized by long necks, large almond-shaped eyes, and long fingers.
- Themes: Portrays Radha and Krishna's divine love, and mystical love, along with portraits, court scenes, processions, hunts, music parties, boat rides (nauka vihar), Krishna's life (Krishna Lila), and stories from the Bhagavata Purana.
- Features: The facial features are believed to be derived from the distinctive, sharp features of Bani Thani depictions.
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Description
Explore the vibrant world of Rajasthani painting schools that flourished across princely kingdoms in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. Discover renowned works such as 'Maru Ragini' and themes influenced by Vaishnavism, which beautifully depict the emotional spectrum of love and spirituality. This quiz will take you through notable paintings and their significant artists.
