Large Hand-rendered Stone Dust Painting - Gulistan (Framed 24" x 18")

Large Hand-rendered Stone Dust Painting - Gulistan (24" x 18"/ With Frame). Handcrafted in stone dust relief, this radiant composition features golden birds nestled amid an opulent canopy of layered florals—each bloom meticulously sculpted in delicate tones of coral, saffron, and rose, against a lush indigo backdrop. Gulistan is as much a visual feast as it is a crafted heirloom. Stone dust painting is a refined traditional art form from the Indian subcontinent—particularly Rajasthan and the Deccan. It draws from ancient mural practices and the alchemical use of natural minerals as pigment. Finely ground stone powders, extracted from ochre, granites, and quartz, are applied onto handmade surfaces using natural adhesives, creating textured, enduring works with a naturally rich and nuanced palette. Historically confined to temple arts and manuscripts, this art form has evolved into a niche that speaks to the eco-conscious aesthete and cultural purists. These paintings are tactile compositions where each shade is a result of geology, patience, and artistic intuition and can be preserved for centuries.