{"product_id":"kangra-solitude-in-snow","title":"Solitude in Snow – A Kangra Miniature","description":"\u003ch5\u003eProvenance \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"610\" data-start=\"228\"\u003eKangra Miniature painting developed in the 18th century within the ateliers of the Kangra Valley in Himachal Pradesh, flourishing under the royal patronage of Maharaja Sansar Chand Katoch. Evolving from the earlier Pahari schools of Basohli and Guler, the Kangra style achieved refinement through its lyrical landscapes, emotional subtlety, and delicate portrayal of feminine grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1355\" data-start=\"612\"\u003eThe tradition follows a meticulous multi-stage process beginning with the preparation of handmade paper coated with a mineral base of zinc oxide, chalk soil, acacia gum, and copper sulphate to ensure durability and resistance to insects. Natural and organic pigments extracted from stones and vegetables are finely prepared and layered through careful outlining and gradual colour filling. The reverse is burnished with a conch shell to create a smooth, luminous surface, while extremely fine brushes — traditionally crafted from squirrel hair — allow for the rendering of expressive eyes, subtle facial expressions, and intricate landscape detailing. Pure gold embellishment is applied selectively to enhance ornamentation and sacred accents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1994\" data-start=\"1357\"\u003eThe serene yet emotionally responsive landscapes of Kangra Valley - shaded trees, open meadows, seasonal skies, and distant horizons - act as extensions of the central figure’s inner world. In compositions expressing \u003cem data-end=\"1582\" data-start=\"1574\"\u003eviraha\u003c\/em\u003e (yearning), nature mirrors separation and longing, embodying \u003cem data-end=\"1660\" data-start=\"1644\"\u003eshringara rasa\u003c\/em\u003e in its most introspective form. Recognized for its cultural significance, Kangra Painting was accorded Geographical Indication (GI) status in 2014 as the 214th GI-tagged product of India. This painting has been handcrafted by Ms Poonam of Kangra Valley, continuing a lineage rooted in the refined legacy of Pahari miniature artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisclaimer: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe frames shown are for display purposes only and are\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enot included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith the artwork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAs these are made-to-order designer pieces, expect minor \u003cstrong\u003ecolour variations\u003c\/strong\u003e from the displayed artwork.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"GiTagged","offers":[{"title":"15 x 19 inches","offer_id":44203924488215,"sku":null,"price":31200.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0704\/7711\/9511\/files\/4_ce328e5a-d2a8-4ad4-88ec-59b856791fe5.jpg?v=1770485245","url":"https:\/\/www.brahmcollection.com\/en-in\/products\/kangra-solitude-in-snow","provider":"Brahm Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}