The craft
Madhubani
From the walls of Mithila homes to your wall. Madhubani is painted with fine lines, bright colour and a lot of meaning.
- WhereMithila, Bihar
- Made withNatural pigments, fine brushes and nib pens
- ThemesNature, gods, daily life
Where it comes from
Women in the Mithila region traditionally painted Madhubani on walls and floors for weddings and festivals. Today it is painted on paper, cloth and canvas. Madhubani painting has a GI tag.
How it’s made
The artist draws a bold double outline, then fills it with patterns: fish, peacocks, the sun, trees of life. There is almost no empty space. Each piece is painted fully by hand.
Care
Keep framed pieces out of direct sunlight. Dust with a dry cloth.
The hands behind it
Suman Jha
Suman's paintings are inspired by nature, folklore and the traditions of Mithila. With intricate lines and vibrant colours, she brings stories to life while celebrating the beauty of a regional art form.
Manisha Karn
Manisha enjoys filling every space on her canvas with patterns, motifs and meaningful details. Her work reflects the expressive beauty of Madhubani, where even the smallest element contributes to the larger composition.
Ram Chandra Jha
Ram approaches Madhubani as a form of storytelling. Through traditional motifs and detailed compositions, he brings together cultural memory and artistic expression on every canvas.