Mysore Ganjifa Art of Goddess Maa Laxmi Miniature Painting
MRP $ 19.60
Ganjifa was a popular card game in ancient India. Played extensively in the Mughal period, Ganjifa is now known more for the art work on the cards than the game itself.The cards are generally circular and sometimes rectangular in shape with lacquered backs with exquisite paintings on them. Ganjifa Cards of Mysore Of Karnataka received the Geographical Indication of India tag on 28/03/2008.
- Material : Paper
- Heritage : Ganjifa Art of Mysore (Karnataka)
- Colour : Multicolor
- Item : Home Decor, Wall Hanging Art
- Rare Collectible Art
- Easily install your paintings, posters and wall frames
This is Exclusive GI Product of Karnataka.
Ganjifa is the name of an ancient Indian card game. The name Ganjifa is sufficiently derived from the Persian word Ganjife which means playing cards. The specialty of these miniature painting is that they are traditionally hand painted. Ganjifa cards are circular or rectangular, and are traditionally hand-painted by artisans. The Ganjifa painting is made with natural colors and shades and a squirrel hair brush was used to fill the colors for beauty. The colors are made by hand and they are rich in natural minerals and vegetable dyes. These Ganjifa miniature paintings can be enhanced your wall beauty by hanging on the wall or gifted to someone on an auspicious occasion.