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
five-colour temple mural
The makers
Crafted by Kerala mural artists of Kerala.
Buying Kerala Mural Painting — questions, answered
- Are VedikCraft's Kerala Mural Painting pieces hand-painted or prints?
- Every Kerala Mural Painting piece is genuinely handmade by a named artisan — one of a kind, never a print or machine copy.
- What does an authentic Kerala Mural Painting piece cost?
- Handmade Kerala Mural Painting typically ranges from ₹2,000 to ₹1,20,000, depending on size, detail and the artisan.
- How do I care for a Kerala Mural Painting piece?
- Keep Kerala Mural Painting out of prolonged direct sunlight and damp, and dust it gently. Because each piece is handmade from natural materials, slight variations are part of its character.
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