Bidspirit auction | 3 Vintage Indian Pichwai Textile

3 Vintage Indian Pichwai Textile Panels - 3 Vintage Indian Pichwai Textile Panels. Three pichwai textile paintings, measuring 48” x 68”, 34” x 48”, and 50” x 70”. Pichwai is a traditional Indian art form originating in the temple town of Nathdwara, near Udaipur, Rajasthan, created as sacred backdrops to hang behind the deity Shrinathji. Hand-painted on silk with fine gold borders and linework, these panels are arranged in a multi-register devotional layout illustrating the life and divine exploits of Lord Krishna. Scenes include gopis, or milkmaids, in devotional scenes such as the Raas Leela, or Dance of Divine Love, along with temple courtyard narratives, men, women, lotus flowers, animals, and palaces. The borders feature several stories repeated on each panel. Drawing outlines are visible. Small holes and rips; the dark dye has faded in areas, and some dye transfers lightly.