Madhubani art began in Mithila, Bihar, as wall paintings for weddings and religious rituals, dating back to Ramayana times.
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It features Hindu gods, nature, and geometric patterns. Each element, from peacocks to fish, has deep cultural meaning.
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Artists use fingers, twigs, and bamboo pens with natural colors made from flowers, turmeric, and soot for bold patterns.
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Kachni, Bharni, Godna, Tantrik, and Kohbar styles differ in line work, colors, and themes, representing distinct cultural narratives.
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Once confined to walls, Madhubani now decorates canvases, clothes, and accessories, gaining international fame.
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Madhubani paintings provided rural women artists with a livelihood, preserving tradition while gaining economic independence.
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