Gond Art- The Living Canvas of Tribal India

Since many ancient Indian crafts and arts are popular worldwide, Gond Adivasi Chitrakala has a special position in its own right. The inseparable connection between nature and human culture can be seen by Gond art. With around 8 million members, the Gonds claim to be the biggest tribal, or Adivasi, community in India. The roots of the community can be found in the pre-Aryan era, even though a definite history or a date of origin is not known.

The word “Gond” comes from the Dravidian word “Kond,” which means “green mountains.” The Gonds have a deep connection to nature and its elements, and they have long used these to both inspire and portray their stories. The most well-known subjects in their visual art profession are most likely trees, animals, birds, and other pictures that depict the environment. The artistic skills of the Gonds are widely recognized.

The Gonds’ imaginative, colorful, and mystical paintings were first created on the walls of their houses, following in the paths of their ancient ancestors who lived in caves. One of the most unique and unique art genres is now in the limelight in our hearts and homes, thanks to the several Gond artists who have taken to paper and canvas!

Tradition and culture are the basis of Gond art, as they are of the majority of tribal art. Nearly every element of the tribe’s life is portrayed in Gond art. Their paintings strongly feature storytelling since they show local flora, fauna, gods and goddesses, festivals, festivities, folktales, and legends.

From then to Now

In the present era, Gond paintings are as much a part of India’s rich traditional past as they are in line with current global trends. Gond artists established themselves in the international art market with distinctive particular artistic identities and are no longer a group of faceless artists. The price range for Gond paintings is several thousand rupees to many lakhs. Bhajju Shyam, Mangru Uikey, Durga Bai, and other Gond artists have made a name for themselves and gained fame in the world.

Traditional, aesthetic and mysterious, the ethos of Gond art lies in its ability to express the language of the tribe’s soul on walls, canvas or paper, making this ancient art form a true reflection of India’s rich artistic heritage.