Pichwai Paintings – Nathdwara Indian Art
Explore original handcrafted Pichwai paintings inspired by the devotional art traditions of Nathdwara, Rajasthan. Discover the artists, subjects and techniques behind Shrinathji, Krishna, sacred cows, lotus and peacock artworks at Treasure Of India.
What Is Pichwai Painting?
Pichwai is a traditional Indian painting style closely associated with Nathdwara in Rajasthan and the devotional visual traditions surrounding Shrinathji. Common subjects include Krishna, Shrinathji, cows, lotus flowers, peacocks, festivals and ornamental floral compositions.
The Artists Behind Pichwai Art
Every handmade Pichwai has an artist, medium, technique and regional context behind it. Explore individual product pages for the available artist, dimensions, medium and artwork details, and visit our artist profiles to discover the people behind Indian traditional art.
Buy Pichwai Paintings
Browse Pichwai 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 Pichwai can therefore become part of a wider cycle of art, recognition, encouragement, continued creation and heritage preservation.
Explore More Indian Art
Discover related traditions through the Craft Map of India, or explore Indian paintings across regional art forms.
Pichwai painting buying guide: choosing an original Nathdwara work
Pichwai paintings come from Nathdwara in Rajasthan, where they were painted to hang behind the idol of Shrinathji, the child form of Krishna. They are painted on cloth or wood with natural and mineral colours, and the finest pieces use real gold leaf. Paintings in this collection are hand-painted in the Nathdwara tradition by artists including Leelakant Pareek and Sudarshan Pareek; young artist Khushi Parekh paints Pichwai on wooden panels.
How to recognise an original Pichwai
- Fine detail by hand: jewellery, borders and the decoration on cows show tiny variations. A print repeats every motif exactly.
- The back of the cloth: on cloth Pichwais, paint often shows slightly through the reverse.
- Signature and certificate: every painting here ships with a signed certificate of authenticity naming the artist.
Popular Pichwai subjects
- Shrinathji: the classic temple composition, for living rooms, entrances and collectors.
- Cows and Kamdhenu: a favourite for pooja rooms and new homes. See cow paintings across crafts.
- Krishna with the gopis: see Radha Krishna paintings.
- Lotus ponds and peacocks: calm, colourful choices for bedrooms and modern interiors. See peacock art.
Price guide
Pichwai paintings here currently range from ₹1,599 for small wooden panels to ₹1,89,999 for large antique-style Shrinathji works. Price depends on size, detail, the use of gold leaf and the artist.
Framing and care
Keep Pichwai paintings out of direct sun and away from damp walls. Cloth works can be framed or hung; dust them gently with a soft dry brush and never use water.
Why buy from Treasure of India
- Original paintings by named Nathdwara artists.
- Signed certificate of authenticity with every piece.
- Video call on request to see a piece before you buy, or visit our gallery in Palam Vihar, Gurugram.
- Free delivery in India on orders of ₹2,999 and above, and worldwide shipping in 2 to 3 weeks.
Read more in our Pichwai painting guide.