Santhal painted decorative Vase
Santhal painting is a vibrant folk‑art tradition practiced by the Santhal tribe—primarily in West Bengal, Jharkhand, Odisha, Bihar, and Assam.
The art is deeply integrated with their music, dance, oral storytelling. Painted scrolls often accompanied Pater Gaan, a performance tradition where painters unfold tale‑scrolls and sing associated stories to collect alms.
Santhal painting is a vibrant folk‑art tradition practiced by the Santhal tribe—primarily in West Bengal, Jharkhand, Odisha, Bihar, and Assam.
The art is deeply integrated with their music, dance, oral storytelling. Painted scrolls often accompanied Pater Gaan, a performance tradition where painters unfold tale‑scrolls and sing associated stories to collect alms.
