Mysore painting, nurtured by the Wodeyar court, is a softer, subtler cousin of Tanjore art — delicate gesso gold work and muted tones depicting Hindu gods and goddesses with graceful restraint.
- Region of origin:
- Karnataka
- GI registration:
- Mysore Traditional Paintings
- Materials:
- paper-board; gold-foil; natural-pigment
- Techniques:
- gesso gold work; fine line
- HS code (customs):
- 9701
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About Mysore Painting
Mysore painting, nurtured by the Wodeyar court, is a softer, subtler cousin of Tanjore art — delicate gesso gold work and muted tones depicting Hindu gods and goddesses with graceful restraint.
- Region of origin
- Karnataka
- GI registration
- Mysore Traditional Paintings
- Materials
- paper-board; gold-foil; natural-pigment
- Techniques
- gesso gold work; fine line
- HS code (customs)
- 9701
How it’s made
gesso gold workfine line
The makers
Crafted by Mysore painters of Karnataka.
Why “GI-tagged” matters
Mysore Painting is registered under India’s Geographical Indication (GI) Act as “Mysore Traditional Paintings”. A GI tag legally certifies that a piece genuinely originates from its traditional region and is made by its rightful artisan community — your guarantee of authenticity.
Buying Mysore Painting — questions, answered
- Are VedikCraft's Mysore Painting pieces hand-painted or prints?
- Every Mysore Painting piece is genuinely handmade by a named artisan — one of a kind, never a print or machine copy.
- Is this Mysore Painting authentic and GI-certified?
- Yes. Mysore Painting is a GI-protected craft (registered as “Mysore Traditional Paintings”). Every order ships with a signed Certificate of Authenticity and a QR code to verify its maker, region and GI status.
- What does an authentic Mysore Painting piece cost?
- Handmade Mysore Painting typically ranges from ₹3,000 to ₹1,80,000, depending on size, detail and the artisan.
- How do I care for a Mysore Painting piece?
- Keep Mysore 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