Miniature Cluster by Prakash Paliwal

The Painting

India in botanicals (Set of 3): This delicate miniature is hand-painted by master artist Prakash Paliwal. Here he has created a mesmerizing series of botanical studies, using opaque pigments on handmade sheets. The tradition of painting flora and fauna was commonly observed in Mughal miniature manuscripts in India. The Mughal miniature masters were deeply influenced by Persian and Central Asian styles which can be observed in this series. The single-folio painting of the flower pays particular attention to the chiaroscuro by applying gradations of color in delicate blends to emphasize shadows and highlights. Prakash Paliwal has created a unique imagery of flora that brings forth naturalism and mysticism together. Resplendent Bird: Almost scientific in their detail, these two paintings of birds, painted by acclaimed Mughal miniature artist Prakash Paliwal are undeniably eye-catching. The rich saturated blues of the feathers are offset by the orange of the remaining plumage, which is almost hidden under its wings. The background is left nearly untouched with a simple black frame and a gradient of orange to indicate the time of day making a beautiful addition to any home. A Pair of Fine Bird: This delicate miniature is hand-painted by master artist Prakash Paliwal. Here he has created a mesmerizing series of two birds, a house sparrow and a stork perched delicately on the ground, using opaque pigments on old rice paper. The tradition of painting flora and fauna was commonly observed in Mughal miniature manuscripts in India. Prakash Paliwal takes forward this tradition and creates a unique imagery of fauna that brings forth naturalism and mysticism together. The birds appear all by themselves, almost ethereal which was a common theme in Mughal miniatures, which was to elevate the common.