1. Pichwai
One of the most spectacular forms of Indian textile art and one that is gaining popularity these days thanks to the ubiquitous cow motif. The word Pichwai literally means a hanging backdrop that was used on the walls of temples and houses especially in Nathdwara, Rajasthan, the town where it originated.
To me the Pichwai is a celebration of life. Even though it is one of most ancient of Indian arts, it is also now thanks to its revival one of the most contemporary. The art form celebrates Lord Srinathji and his exploits, the seasons, nature and occasions, and is considered to be the art of God. Artists sit on the floor and work on cloth, painstakingly creating every element stroke by stroke. They largely use natural colors like lac, saffron, zinc ,indigo and noble metals like gold.