Jaipur school

painting style

Also known as: Amber school

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The Jaipur school of painting is a prominent style within Rajasthani painting, flourishing primarily from the late 17th to the 19th centuries. While closely allied with the Mughal dynasty, Jaipur paintings initially retained Rajasthani elements.123

Key characteristics of the Jaipur school include:
* Subject Matter: Often depicted courtly life, including portraits, hunting scenes, and sports of Krishna.123
* Style: While influenced by Mughal art, it maintained a distinct Rajasthani character, with bold colors and a more abstract approach to figures and landscapes compared to the naturalism of Mughal art.23

The Jaipur school became one of the most popular Rajasthani styles, with its works found throughout northern India.1

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Rajasthani style: Jaipur (Amber)
The rulers of the state were closely allied to the Mughal dynasty, but paintings of the late 16th and early 17th centuries possessed all of the elements of the Rajasthani style. Little is known about the school until the opening years of the…
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The rulers of the state were closely allied to the Mughal dynasty, but paintings of the late 16th and early 17th centuries possessed all of the elements of the Rajasthani style. Little is known about the school until the opening years of the…
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