Basohli Style of Painting combines Mughal Art and Hindu Mythology

Basohli painting is the first independent product GI tagged in the Jammu region, GI tagged in 2023.

This miniature style of painting is a fine blend of Mughal art and Hindu mythology.

Basohli painting was developed in the Himalayan region during the 16-19th century CE and prospered under the patronage of Pal kings.

Basohli painting is said to be the first Pahari painting style.

Themes of these paintings are based on Hindu mythology, Hindu deities, and scenic beauty of the Himalayan valley, simple poetry of Rasmanjari and Geeta Govinda.

Sonam Jamwal, Astha Billawaria, Padma Shri awardee Vijay Sharma, Sohan Singh Billawaria, and many artists are working on this characteristically unique style of painting.

Expressive faces, big eyes, and use of bold prime hues along with gold dust - this style of miniature painting was exclusively seen in epic depictions like Ras Manjari, painted by Devi Dasa, and Geeta Govinda, by Manku.

Jagdish Raj Brahmi, through his NGO Vishwasthali organization, helped revive and improve both art and its artists.

With a great history to tell to the upcoming generation and to safeguard the same, we at Popbaani are always a click away for the purpose.

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