Kangra painting is the lyrical peak of the Pahari miniature schools, flowering under Raja Sansar Chand in the 18th century. Its tender depictions of Krishna and Radha amid misty hills and blossoming trees are among India's most romantic art.
- Region of origin:
- Himachal Pradesh
- GI registration:
- Kangra Paintings
- Materials:
- handmade-paper; natural-pigment; gold
- Techniques:
- Pahari miniature painting
- HS code (customs):
- 9701
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About Kangra Painting
Kangra painting is the lyrical peak of the Pahari miniature schools, flowering under Raja Sansar Chand in the 18th century. Its tender depictions of Krishna and Radha amid misty hills and blossoming trees are among India's most romantic art.
- Region of origin
- Himachal Pradesh
- GI registration
- Kangra Paintings
- Materials
- handmade-paper; natural-pigment; gold
- Techniques
- Pahari miniature painting
- HS code (customs)
- 9701
How it’s made
The makers
Crafted by Kangra painters of Himachal Pradesh.
Why “GI-tagged” matters
Kangra Painting is registered under India’s Geographical Indication (GI) Act as “Kangra 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 Kangra Painting — questions, answered
- Are VedikCraft's Kangra Painting pieces hand-painted or prints?
- Every Kangra Painting piece is genuinely handmade by a named artisan — one of a kind, never a print or machine copy.
- Is this Kangra Painting authentic and GI-certified?
- Yes. Kangra Painting is a GI-protected craft (registered as “Kangra 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 Kangra Painting piece cost?
- Handmade Kangra Painting typically ranges from ₹2,000 to ₹1,50,000, depending on size, detail and the artisan.
- How do I care for a Kangra Painting piece?
- Keep Kangra 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