Shimla, Jun 19 (PTI) Kangra Miniature Painting holds a distinguished place among India’s great artistic traditions and is one of the finest expressions of the Pahari school of painting said Himachal Pradesh Governor Kavinder Gupta said on Friday.
He said the art form is admired worldwide for its delicate craftsmanship, intricate brushwork, harmonious use of colours and sensitive portrayal of nature and human emotions, a statement issued here said.
He was speaking after inaugurating an exhibition of artworks created during a five-day art camp on the theme ‘Depiction of Folk and Rural Life in Kangra Miniature Paintings: Perspectives of Indigenous Indian Artistic Traditions’ at the Indian Institute of Advanced Study (IIAS) here.
Emphasising the need to preserve and promote this rich cultural heritage, Gupta said India’s artistic traditions reflect the country’s civilisational values and cultural identity. He said art plays an important role in connecting generations and helping society remain rooted in its heritage.
Referring to the history of Kangra Miniature Painting, he said the art form reached its peak under the patronage of Maharaja Sansar Chand and earned global recognition for its artistic excellence. PTI BPL — MNK MNK
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