Kerala Mural Painting
Kerala's temple murals render Hindu deities in a luminous palette of just five natural colours, with serene faces and rhythmic ornament. Rooted in the kalam tradition, they adorn the sanctums of Kerala's oldest temples.
- Region of origin:
- Kerala
- Materials:
- natural-pigment; canvas; wall
- Techniques:
- five-colour temple mural
- HS code (customs):
- 9701
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About Kerala Mural Painting
Kerala's temple murals render Hindu deities in a luminous palette of just five natural colours, with serene faces and rhythmic ornament. Rooted in the kalam tradition, they adorn the sanctums of Kerala's oldest temples.
- Region of origin
- Kerala
- Materials
- natural-pigment; canvas; wall
- Techniques
- five-colour temple mural
- HS code (customs)
- 9701
How it’s made
The makers
Crafted by Kerala mural artists of Kerala.
GI-certified authenticity
Rooted in India’s registered craft traditions
Artisan-direct
Made by the makers — fair, direct earnings
Traceable provenance
Every piece carries its maker, region & origin