Rare Antique Company School Mica Paintings
In the early-mid 1800s Mica paintings were produced as souvenirs in Murshidabad, Patna and Benares in eastern India and Trichinopoly in South India. They imitated paintings on glass. Mica, a transparent … Continue reading
August 17, 2018 · 3 Comments
Daily Art Fix – Painting of a Weaver – 1800s
Some art to refresh the soul!
March 22, 2018 · Leave a comment
Antique Paintings on Mica
I was incredulous when I saw these for the first time! Why would anyone create a work of art on something so fragile? It seems that paper was more expensive … Continue reading
February 12, 2014 · 5 Comments
