Kalighat Paintings – Bengal Folk Art

Explore original handcrafted Kalighat paintings inspired by the folk-art traditions of Bengal and Kolkata. Discover the artists, subjects and expressive visual language behind devotional, mythological, cultural and everyday-life artworks at Treasure Of India.

What Is Kalighat Painting?

Kalighat painting developed around the Kalighat area of Kolkata and is associated with simplified figures, bold outlines, expressive gestures and fluid painted forms. Subjects include Hindu deities and mythological stories as well as scenes reflecting Bengali social and everyday life.

Explore Kalighat Art by Subject

Discover Durga, Krishna, Lakshmi, Ganesha and other devotional subjects alongside Bengali wedding scenes, dance and cultural narratives. Open each artwork to understand its specific subject, medium, dimensions and artist information.

The Artists Behind Kalighat Art

Traditional art becomes easier to understand when the artist and creative context are visible. Explore our artist profiles and discover the wider range of Indian traditions through the Craft Map of India.

Buy Kalighat Paintings

Browse Kalighat paintings by subject, artist, dimensions and price. For high-value or one-of-a-kind artworks, review the individual product information or contact Treasure Of India before purchasing for additional details.

Collect Art That Keeps Tradition Visible

When an artwork finds a home, the artist gains visibility and an opportunity to continue creating. Collecting handmade Kalighat art can therefore become part of a wider cycle of art, recognition, encouragement, continued creation and heritage preservation.

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