📍 Region & Centre
Developed in the Dhundhar region of Rajasthan
Main centre: Jaipur
Associated with the Kachwaha rulers
🕰️ Historical Background
Emerged in the late 17th century
Flourished during the 18th century
Strongly influenced by Mughal painting, especially after Jaipur became the capital (1727)
🖌️ Patronage
Patronised by rulers like:
Sawai Jai Singh II
Sawai Madho Singh I & II
Royal workshops (chitrashalas) were established
🎨 Main Characteristics (Style & Features)
🔹 Colour Scheme
Use of:
Soft, harmonious colours
Pink, blue, green, and gold tones
Balanced shading and refinement
🔹 Figures & Facial Features
Elegant and well-proportioned figures
Rounded faces with:
Sharp nose
Large expressive eyes
Calm and dignified expressions
🔹 Themes & Subjects
Court scenes and royal portraits
Processions and festivals
Hunting scenes
Religious themes:
Krishna-Radha
Ramayana
Ragamala paintings
🔹 Background & Composition
Detailed architectural backgrounds:
Palaces
Gardens
Landscapes carefully composed
Strong sense of symmetry and order
🖼️ Important Painting Types
Royal portraits of Kachwaha rulers
Illustrated manuscripts
Decorative albums
✨ Importance of Dhundhar School
Represents the most refined and balanced Rajasthani style
Shows perfect synthesis of:
Indigenous tradition
Mughal elegance
Important contributor to classical miniature painting
