Unique Chennai Art: Ethnic Tanjore's Exclusive Pieces

Tanjore paintings are rooted in tradition and known for their surface richness, vivid colors, compact composition, and glittering gold foils that give the paintings their rich look.

The unique Tanjore painting style is globally acclaimed for its way of creating three dimensional effects using gesso work and precious stones.

Indian paintings are proof of our cultural diversity, and Thanjavur paintings are no exception. Tanjore painting has a mixed influence of Deccani, Vijayanagara, Maratha, and even European or company styles of paintings. Truly, Tanjore painting stands at the top of unity in diversity.

Episodes from Hindu puranas, sthala puranas, and other religious texts were visualised, sketched, and painted, for instance, the Shiva Parvati Tanjore painting, the Tanjore paintings of Lord Hanuman, and so on. There are also instances when Jain, Sikh, Muslims, other religious, and even secular subjects were depicted in Tanjore paintings.

Why choose ethnic Tanjore arts?

Ethnic Tanjore Arts was created with the vision of aiding and promoting the interests of hundreds of skilled artisans who are confined to practicing their craft from their homes and rural regions.

Its founder, Mr. R. Prasanna Venkatesh, has won the Tamil Nadu State Award for the Tanjore paintings for the year 2019-2020.

• Quality: here in Ethnic Tanjore Arts the quality of the paintings is ensured by 

  
  

• Preparation: the utmost importance is given to the base canvas, and it is properly prepared with the gesso mixture. This helps in the better adherence of colors and textures.

  
  

• Artistic skill: ethnic tanjore arts’ skilled artisans significantly influence the quality of their paintings, like Shiva Parvati tanjore paintings.

  
  

• Using high-quality materials, proper application of gold leaf or foil for the characteristic shimmer, applying paint with detail and attention, and properly framed to protect the painting from dust and damage. 

  
  

• With trustworthy artist's credentials and proper process documentation Ethnic Tanjore arts guarentee the quality of each of their masterpieces. Try their powerful Tanjore painting of Lord Hanuman.

  
  

• Painting is crafted using traditional methods, one can look for specific characteristics and inquire about the techniques and materials used by the artist to ensure that Ethnic Tanjore arts paintings are made using traditional methods.

  
  

• The paintings are made on wooden boards, usually teak or plywood.

  
  

• A Mixture of chalk powder and Arabic gum is used to prepare the base of the painting.

  
  

• Authentic Tanjore paintings are made using real gold foil for the embellishments and natural or vegetable dyes instead of synthetic colors. For instance, try their goddess Saraswathi tanjore painting.

  
  

• Intricately carved with 100% skilled artisans, ensuring symmetry, composition, and a glossy finish.

  
  

• Brilliance of artwork, the paintings in their gallery are all a confluence of devotion, artistry, and cultural heritage.

• Tanjore paintings done at Ethnic Tanjore Arts are a testament to the brilliance of traditional South Indian art as one could experience with Kamadhenu Tanjore paintings.

  
  

• The luminous gold foil, combined with vibrant natural colors, creates a mesmerizing visual effect as in Krishna Tanjore paintings.

  
  

• The intricate details and embossed relief work demonstrate masterful craftsmanship, while the symmetrical composition and rich cultural themes bring the artwork to life. 

Unique other paintings

Peacocks have been featured in mythology and folklore throughout history. The peacock’s vibrant feathers, called Mor Pankh, are often depicted in the headgear of the deities, symbolizing divine beauty, grace, and protection.

Tanjore painting of peacock in Chettinad frame is an exquisite art form that impacts with its regality and splendor of form. 

Cross peacock, immerse yourself in the beauty of the 22-carat gold foiled cross peacock Tanjore painting that brings you happiness and emotional well-being.

Kalasam, is an auspicious symbol and is commonly known as Purna Kalash, Purna Ghata. As per the Rig Veda, kalasam represents abundance and a life source.

Kalash represents abundance and wisdom. Hindu deities, including Lord Brahma and Lord Shiva, hold a kalash in their hands. Many devotees believe that Kalasam is the personification of Lord Ganesha, who is the remover of obstacles from our lives, and Gauri Devi, goddess of household bounty.

Bring home the divinity of Kalasam with the Tanjore style painting from Ethnic Tanjore Arts.

Adi Sankara, a shining spiritual light who illuminated the land of Bharat with teachings that are still as impactful as ever.

He contributed to the development of Advaita Vedanta, a school of Hindu philosophy that emphasises non-duality and the unity of all reality.

With Ethnic tanjore arts, embark on a spiritual journey as you delve into the serene world of saints like Sai Baba Tanjore painting, and  Adi Shankara Tanjore painting.

Conclusion

Ethnic Tanjore Arts is a destination for artistic luxury where you can discover and buy the most exquisite pieces of fine art and collections of Tanjore-style paintings. With an unwavering focus on quality and curation.

Each piece at Ethnic Tanjore Arts is sourced from the most reputed and trustworthy artists, designers, and collectors, so that one can truly enjoy the experience of the surreal beauty.

What are you waiting for? Shop now with Ethnic Tanjore Arts to bring life to your walls, pooja rooms, and other building spaces. Online shopping with customisation is also now made easy with their online tanjore paintings e-commerce site.