Bihar · Living tradition
Madhubani
Madhubani / Mithila Painting
PaintingFolk Art
THE FULL STORY
Madhubani painting originated in the Mithila region and is known for bold outlines, vibrant colours, geometric borders and symbolic imagery.
Historical context
Once associated especially with domestic walls and ritual occasions, the tradition expanded onto paper and cloth in the twentieth century.
Cultural significance
Generations of women artists transformed a local domestic practice into a globally recognized visual language.