Kangra Painting
GI TaggedKangra 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.
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