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Rajasthan the land of colours
is known for Phad painting, which is done
on cloth. This type of painting is mainly
found in the Bhilwara district. The main
theme of these paintings is the depiction
of local deities and their stories, and
legends of erstwhile local rulers. Phad
is a type of scroll painting. These paintings
are created while using bright and subtle
colours. The paintings depicting exploits
of local deities are often carried from
place to place and are accompanied by traditional
singers, who narrate the theme depicted
on the scrolls. The outlines of the paintings
are first drawn in block and later filled
with colours. Rajasthan is also known for
Pichwais, which are paintings made on cloth.
Pichwais are more refined and detailed than
Phads. They are created and used as backdrops
in the Shrinathji temple at Nathdwara and
in other Krishna temples. The main theme
of these paintings is Shrinathji and his
exploits. Pichwais are painted, printed
with hand blocks, woven, embroidered or
decorated in appliqué.
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