Phad paintings narrate heroic tales on long cloth scrolls, carried by storytellers across villages.
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These scrolls depict stories of folk deities like Pabuji and Devnarayan, performed in traditional night-long recitals.
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Phad features bold lines, bright colors, and intricate detailing, painted using vegetable and natural dyes.
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A Phad painting takes weeks to create, using cotton fabric, natural pigments, and traditional handmade brushes.
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For centuries, the Joshi family in Rajasthan has preserved and passed down this rich painting tradition.
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Phad art is gaining recognition in museums, designer wear, and home decor, blending tradition with contemporary appeal.
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