📍 Place of Origin
Developed in the Marwar region of western Rajasthan
Main centres:
Jodhpur
Bikaner
Nagaur
Kishangarh (later developed its own style)
🕰️ Historical Background
Emerged during the 17th century
Flourished under the Rathore rulers
Shows greater Mughal influence than Mewar school due to close political relations
🖌️ Patronage
Patronised by Rathore kings such as:
Rao Jaswant Singh I
Maharaja Ajit Singh
Royal courts supported miniature painters
🎨 Main Characteristics (Style & Features)
🔹 Colour Scheme
Use of:
Bright and contrasting colours
Prominent use of red, yellow, blue
Backgrounds often filled with solid colours
🔹 Figures & Facial Features
Human figures:
Tall and slim bodies
Sharp features
Long eyes
Male figures shown with:
Turbans
Curved moustaches
🔹 Themes & Subjects
Royal life:
Court scenes
Hunting scenes
Processions
Religious themes:
Krishna Leela
Ramayana
Heroic themes:
Deeds of Rathore rulers
🔹 Background & Composition
Architecture prominently shown
Landscapes:
Desert environment
Sparse vegetation
Less emphasis on natural realism
🖼️ Important Painting Types
Ragamala paintings
Court chronicles
Portraits of rulers
Illustrated manuscripts
✨ Importance of Marwar School
Reflects:
Royal pride
Martial culture of Marwar
Acts as a bridge between:
Pure indigenous style
Mughal-influenced miniature painting
