How to Identify Original Tanjore paintings

The art form known as Tanjore painting is from southern India and is known for its lavish depictions of deities. The designs of these paintings are usually made with bright colors and ornate embellishments. Despite the style’s evolution, it is still widely admired by art lovers. Due to the varying methods used in Tanjore painting, the cost of the work varies. This is one of the reasons why the prices vary depending on the type of work that’s being done. 

HOW TANJORE PAINTINGS IS DONE

The use of gold in these paintings adds dimension and energy to the works. It was used from the 2nd century BCE to the 7th century A.D. to encourage a sense of commitment.

Tanjore paintings are made entirely by hand. The first fabric sketch is made before the drawing is printed. The wood foundation used for the painting is also made from the jackfruit tree.

For instance, the backgrounds were either red or green. The sky was painted either black or blue depending on the event. In addition, the deities and Gods wore gold and silver jewellery and ornaments.

Materials Used for Tanjore Paintings: 

• Original 22 Carat Gold Foils.
• Chettinad Teak Wood
• Shiny Paints
• Ordinal Jaipur Precious Gemstone
• Cloth
• chalk powder

HOW TO IDENTIFY A ORIGINAL TANJORE PAINTING

To avoid getting cheated, it is important to find a Tanjore painting that is authentic. There are various ways to authenticate a Tanjore painting.

• Thanjavur paintings are done on wooden canvases
• The face of a wooden canvas is evenly coated with a paste of lime and tamarind paste, which is allowed to dry.
• 22K Gold leaves are pasted using arabic gum
• Tanjore painting have three dimensional effect shading.