Tanjore art work, one of the traditional art form of India, was originated in the early 18th century at Tanjore(300 kms from Chennai),India.
It was the period when Chola dynasty was at the peak of cultural evolution. These paintings also reached its zenith under
the royal patronage.
Passing through generations, today these paintings adorns many house holds.
Indian mythology is the subject of Tanjore paintings, Lord Krishna being the most favorite god. The brilliant
colour schemes, decorative jewellery with use of precious and semi precious stones and intricate relief work done in pure
gold, is the distinctive style of Tanjore paintings.
It comes in various sizes, ranging from huge works spanning the whole walls, to small miniatures no longer than
6-inches.
Tanjore Paintings can be placed inside the puja room at home, hotels, corporate offices and other business establishments
as well. These paintings are given as beautiful memorable gifts for all the special occasions also.
These paintings exploit the traditional intricate artistic details to amalgamate with religion, to allow the
admirer the spiritual experience.