Gopashtami 2026 falls on 17 November. Learn what a Gopashtami Pichwai painting shows, what the cows, lotus and peacock symbolise, and how to pick a genuine handmade piece for your home or puja room.
Discover what the Kalpavriksha, the wish-fulfilling tree, means in Pichwai art. Learn what the golden canopy, cows, peacocks and lotus pond symbolize, and where to hang a Tree of Life painting at home.
Sharad Purnima is the full moon night of Ashwin, linked to Goddess Lakshmi and Krishna's Raas Leela. Learn why it is celebrated, how it became a favourite Pichwai theme and what the painting shows.
The cow appears in Pichwai, Madhubani, Warli and Tanjore art, each with its own meaning. Compare the styles, learn why Pichwai cow paintings are most loved for Indian homes, and see how to spot an authentic handmade piece.