World Heritage Site:
Ellora Caves
Publication Year:
2014
Publication Type:
Article
Publication Identifier:
WHE2201504390
Summary
The coordination and combination of colors in painting, spanning prehistoric to modern periods, reveal a rich evolution of artistic expression in India. This study highlights the aesthetic sensibilities of early humans, evident through motifs found in textiles, stone paintings, and clay artifacts from regions like Mohenjodaro and Hadappa. It also explores the use of color in Buddhist art, particularly in caves like Ajanta and Ellora, where calligraphic lines and color conventions reflect Gupta-era artistic development. The research underscores the continuity and innovation in Indian painting, from ancient graffiti traditions to the distinct Rajput style and the emergence of new directions post-Mughal period. Additionally, it notes the significant contributions of South India and the hill painting styles of Himachal Pradesh to the broader narrative of Indian art history.
Citation
Shere, P. (2014). COORDINATION AND COMBINATION OF COLORS IN PAINTING (WITH REFERENCE TO PREHISTORIC PERIOD AND MODERN PERIOD). International Journal of Research -GRANTHAALAYAH, 2(3SE), 1–3. https://doi.org/10.29121/granthaalayah.v2.i3se.2014.3576