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Tag: Madhubani Painting


Wall Art: Madhubani-style paintings adorn the walls of Mandoli Jail Art / Painting

Recently, the authorities at Mandoli Jail in east Delhi provided prisoners an opportunity to show their creative side. In collaboration with Delhi Street Art team, the jail inmates turned the dull walls of the prison into artworks boasting Madhubani-style paintings. With colourful murals and graffiti on the walls, the jail now looks more like an art gallery.


Madhubani wall murals in Jharkhand depict everyday struggle of villagers Art / Painting

Some of you may be aware of the renowned Madhubani painting that originated in the Maithili village of Bihar, India ages ago. Madhubani paintings are bought by many to spruce up their home interior with traditional art. But the inhabitants of Chandidih village in Jharkhand are making use of this age-old art to portray their everyday life struggle on the walls of their houses. Courtesy...

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