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All You Need to Know About Miniature Paintings

The stunningly accurate, captivating visual accounts are hand painted on miniature canvases. These were art styles that the Mughal emperors brought to India and were essentially a way for them to preserve history. This art was carried forward in the Udaipur district of Rajasthan around the sixteenth century. The streets were lined with artisans as the kings and queens travelled in spectacular fashion with ornately decorated elephants, horses, and camels, dancers, and musicians in their royal entourage. The artists would sketch out every aspect of this episode, which they would subsequently develop into intricate miniature paintings. The artists would depict the entire scene in all its beauty on a small canvas for the king to keep as a memory. The details of the occurrences would then be documented in this manner on ivory, silk, or paper. The organically created pigments are applied with fine brushes containing bristles made of fine squirrel hair, giving the artist the maximum level of accuracy. Traditionally the colours were taken from a variety of natural resources. A tiny amount of this extremely fine, pigment mixture would be obtained by hand grinding it for two to three days on a plate. Miniature paintings not only show the celebrations and processions but also lovely palace or forest scenes. They captured what the eyes saw for future generations to adore the beauty and royalty. Sumaavi's authentic handicrafts are a result of its love and appreciation for Rajasthan's rich cultural and artistic traditions.

Sumaavi An Emerging Brand of Miniature Art

Are you looking for something aesthetic? You’ve come to the right place! At Sumaavi, you can select from a wide range of miniature paintings (which are one-of-a-kind handcrafted vintage treasures) online from the comfort of your space. Our community ranges from makers and independent designers to creative entrepreneurs. We have the best artisans with us who are familiar with the tradition of miniature art and have been involved in it since its inception. Choose from the wide range of products available online, and you’ll indeed find something that fits your aesthetic perfectly. When you browse our website, you'll find a variety of options, from the newest trends to timeless classics. Make sure to take a sneak peek in other sections to find perfect presents for those extra-special occasions that are made with love for your loved ones.