SHRI PANNA LAL GEHLOT ( PICHWAIS COLLECTION) A LOAD KRISHNA HANDICRAFT
I am belong to Pichwai art and we have some pichhwais collection. Our Pichwias belong to The Rajasthanis and other india take immense pride in their culture and grand history. The art and crafts of the region reflects this regard towards their heritage. The paintings are vivid impressions of the historic events the region has seen and the expression of the artisans' veneration of the religion, rituals and customs of the land. The myths and legends taught to the children finds expression in the paintings and craft of these painters. Textile paintings of the state such as Phad, Pichwai and Batik paintings are the most sought after artifacts worldwide. Pichwais are a ritual art form, meaning that they are offerings to the deities, especially Hindu Gods and Goddesses. They are brilliant color paintings that adorn the walls of the temples of Rajasthan. The use of rich and vibrant colors provides the Pichwais a distinctive quality that sets it apart from other paintings of the state. These paintings enhance the aesthetic appeal of the temples they grace. The themes revolve around the Lord Sri Krishna in the form of Srinathji. Various episodes of Srinathji such as the raas-leela etc. and the Nathdwara temple festivities are portrayed in the Pichwais. Udaipur and Nathdwara are very famous for the Pichwai paintings and Nathdwara especially so due to the celebrated Srinathji temple in the city. The Pichwais are generally painted but some are block printed and embroidered in the appliqué style. Pichwais are generally artisans' renderings to the Lord but they are also sometimes undertaken for commercial purpose. The religious farvor of the painter is reflected in each Pichwai made to decorate the Lord's temple
