Archer was amazed by the beautiful illustrations on the exposed interior walls of the houses…The beauty of Madhubani lies in its simple and evocative portrayal of culture and traditions. Archer in 1934 while inspecting the damage after the massive Bihar earthquake. One of the most celebrated styles of Indian art is, Madhubani which originated in the Mithila region of Bihar as a form of wall art.This spectacular folk art style was unknown to the outside world until discovered by the British colonial William G. Madhubani Paintings Untitled by Baua Devi Here are some of the popular Indian folk painting styles – 1. Indian painting styles are not just a reflection of the indigenous lifestyle but a perfect example of artistic expression through simple yet distinct compositions. In due course of time, urbanisation brought these painting forms on paper, canvas, and cloth etc. Traditionally, most of the Indian painting styles existed as wall paintings or murals. Various painting styles are prevalent across various regions, each representing tradition, customs, and ideologies passed on from one generation to other. The rich cultural diversity of Indian art is well reflected in the vivid, distinct and enchanting folk art and crafts.
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