Udaipur City Palace & Lake Pichola Miniature Painting — Handmade Royal Procession Art

Udaipur City Palace & Lake Pichola — A Royal Procession in Miniature
This handmade miniature painting captures one of Rajasthan's most iconic views — the Udaipur City Palace rising above the still waters of Lake Pichola, with a royal "Shahi Sawari" (royal procession) winding along the shore. A decorated ceremonial elephant leads a courtly entourage past the palace's intricate façade, bringing together architecture, water, and royal pageantry in a single hand-painted composition.
Rooted in 16th-Century Mewar Tradition
This piece continues a painting tradition that traces back to the 16th-century royal courts of Mewar. Every architectural detail of the City Palace, every ripple on Lake Pichola, and every figure in the procession is hand-painted using a fine squirrel-hair brush — a technique passed down through generations of Udaipur's artist families.
Why This Piece Stands Apart
• Two Udaipur landmarks in one composition — City Palace and Lake Pichola together, making this an instantly recognizable piece of Udaipur heritage
• Royal procession detailing — a decorated elephant and courtly entourage add narrative depth beyond a simple landscape
• Rich, vivid palette — earth tones, royal blues, and gold accents rendered in fine miniature detail
• Large-format statement piece — 35.4" x 46.2", built for prominent display in living rooms, executive offices, and hallways
• A collectible piece of Rajasthani royal heritage, not a mass-produced print
Product Details (Quick Info)
Attribute Detail
Art Form Indian Miniature Painting — Mewar School
Subject Udaipur City Palace, Lake Pichola & Royal Procession (Shahi Sawari)
Depicted Elements City Palace architecture, Lake Pichola, ceremonial elephant, royal entourage
Size 35.4" W x 46.2" H
Surface Handmade Canvas
Pigments Natural, stone-based colors
Brush Work Single-hair squirrel brush, hand-painted
Delivery Format Rolled/Unframed
Origin Udaipur, Rajasthan, India
Use Luxury wall decor — living rooms, executive offices, hallways
Care Instructions
• Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Frame with UV-protective glass (if not already framed)
• Clean only with a soft, dry cloth — avoid water or chemical cleaners
• Store in a cool, dry environment to preserve natural pigments
Custom Sizing Available
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