Tanjore Paintings
Tanjore painting is a south Indian painting native to the town of Tanjore in Tamilnadu.
It is also called palagai padam (Palagai= ‘wooden plank’, Padam=’picture’). Paintings
are known for their elegance, the extraordinary gold leaf work,
rich colors and attention to detail. The jewellery and apparel in the images are
decorated with precious stone. The themes are Hindu god and goddesses.
Tanjore painting is a south Indian painting native to the town of Tanjore in Tamilnadu.
It is also called palagai padam (Palagai= ‘wooden plank’, Padam=’picture’). Paintings
are known for their elegance, the extraordinary gold leaf work,
rich colors and attention to detail. The jewellery and apparel in the images are
decorated with precious stone. The themes are Hindu god and goddesses.
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