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Madhubani Painting
Madhubani painting is a visual tradition of the Mithila region recognised for bold line, patterned surfaces and themes drawn from nature, ritual and storytelling.
Key points
- Associated with the Mithila region of Bihar
- Uses dense pattern and symbolic imagery
- Practised on walls, paper, cloth and other surfaces
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India
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- [1] Indian Handicrafts Portal — Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, Government of India Government Portal View source
Last verified: 25/10/2026