Chapter 1
Madhubani:
The art of Mithila.
Madhubani painting, also known as Mithila painting, takes its name from a place and its character from a rich cultural landscape. Rooted in the Mithila region of Bihar and neighbouring Nepal, it brings together stories, nature and everyday life in a distinctive language of line, pattern and colour.
From walls to works of art
Traditionally associated with homes, rituals and celebrations, Mithila painting carries a close connection to the spaces and occasions of daily life. Over time, the tradition has found expression on paper and other surfaces, bringing its visual storytelling into new settings.
A language of line and colour
Strong outlines, intricate borders and densely patterned spaces give Madhubani its unmistakable rhythm. Fish, birds, flowers and trees may sit alongside sacred figures and scenes from familiar epics. Their meanings depend on the composition and its context, inviting a closer look rather than a single explanation.
Stories that continue
Devotion, celebration and the natural world run through many Madhubani paintings. Each work offers a different way into these themes: a gesture, a repeated motif or a field of colour can hold the eye and open a story.
Origins at Myraasa
Our Madhubani collection is an invitation to explore this living tradition through its regional roots, visual details and cultural stories. We focus on what each painting expresses and the heritage it carries, making room for Indian art in the places we live today.