📍 Region & Centres
Developed in the Hadoti region of south-eastern Rajasthan
Major centres:
Bundi
Kota
🕰️ Historical Background
Emerged in the 17th century
Flourished under the Hada Chauhan rulers
Strongly influenced by the Mughal painting style
🖌️ Patronage
Patronised by rulers of:
Bundi
Kota
Courts encouraged depiction of royal activities and nature
🎨 Main Characteristics (Style & Features)
🔹 Colour Scheme
Use of:
Soft, lush colours
Green and blue shades (reflecting rivers and forests)
Subtle shading and depth
🔹 Figures & Faces
Graceful and slender figures
Rounded faces with expressive eyes
More naturalistic than Mewar and Marwar schools
🔹 Themes & Subjects
Hunting scenes (very prominent)
Royal court scenes
Romantic themes
Krishna Leela
Ragamala series
🔹 Landscape & Nature
Rich depiction of:
Forests
Rivers
Hills
Natural scenery plays an important role in compositions
🖼️ Special Features of Bundi & Kota Styles
Bundi Style:
Lyrical and romantic
Rich landscapes
Soft expressions
Kota Style:
Dynamic hunting scenes
Depiction of animals like tigers and deer
Strong sense of movement
✨ Importance of Hadoti School
Considered the most refined and picturesque Rajasthani painting style
Shows the closest link to Mughal realism
Important contribution to Indian miniature tradition
