Butter Krishna - Glass paintings

Here is an 70-80 year old glass painting of Butter Krishna from Tamil Nadu. This lovely antique piece could be shipped only within Mumbai.

What is Glass Painting?
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Glass painting is one of the independent art form of visual arts, which is a combination of both folk and fine art. Reverse glass painting is one among such technique that is similar to the usual glass painting. This glass painting is considered as the sacral painting since middle age.

The root of this art reaches Romans and later popularized in Byzantine iconography. Further this ancient practice of glass painting was proficient in Italy that influenced the Renaissance art. By 17th century this art started spreading to different countries across the globe. In the mid of 18th century it spread to Europe and the artists of China learnt the art of glass painting from Europeans. Later in early 19th century the trade relations between East India Company and China brought this art to India. The works of Chinese artists of glass painting was immensely praised by the Indian rulers during those days. As this art touched the Indian shores, it showed its splendor in the western part of the country, especially in Gujarat state.
Indian style of glass painting was noted for their sheer brilliance, stunning clarity and use of rich bright colors. This art in India developed the local painters who focused on ornamental nature, portraits of God, figures narrating mythology, famous epic themes, icons and etc that were depicted.. The rich usage of bold and vibrant colors and semi-precious stones that are also used convey the creative splendor of the skillful artisans.
The tradition of glass painting in Thanjavur of Tamil Nadu is still carried out. Here the artisans create the paintings of Thanjavur sacred icon. The other major centres of glass painting that are located in India are Andhra Pradesh, Awadh, Deccan, Hyderabad, Karnataka, Kerala, Kutch, Mumbai, New Delhi, Tamil Nadu and Satara

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Product Details:

SKUID: PGP001

Product Name: Butter Krishna - Glass paintings

Dimensions: Frame Size : 22" x 16.5"

Weight: 2.3 kgs

Age: 70-80 year old

Frame: Frame would differ. Frame will be made of Teak and would have an acrylic protection in place of glass.

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