Mithila painting, is a vibrant and deeply symbolic folk art tradition originating from the Mithila region of Bihar, India, and adjoining parts of Nepal.
Among the many schools of painting that emerged during the transition from Mughal sovereignty to British colonial rule, Patna Kalam occupies a distinctive position within the history of South Asian art.
These paintings are not confined to a specific artistic style; they are primarily narrative, where each element symbolizes a cultural belief or value.
Kondagaon, Chhattisgarh, India
Patangarh Mal., Madhya Pradesh, India