Madhubani art is an important and significant subset of Indian miniature painting, from the Mithila region of Bihar. The Madhubani paintings were made using natural pigments derived from plants and minerals such as turmeric, indigo, or natural earth pigments like ochre that are mined locally. The paintings depict Hindu deities, motifs and stories, saints and heroes of India’s epics and literature.
The paintings are known for their highly ornate patterns created through intricate brush strokes. Over time, these paintings were adapted to freehand pen drawings, used as mementos on ceremonial occasions such as marriage and childbirth or commissioned by patrons or wealthy individuals as decorative pieces