Raag Megh in Kangra by Poonam Katoch

In Poonam Katoch's Kangra painting titled ""Raag Megh"" from the Raag Mala series, a captivating scene unfolds as Krishna Ji welcomes the onset of rain by blowing a conch shell. This artwork is a splendid representation of Kangra painting, a unique form of Pahadi miniature art originating from the picturesque Kangra Valley in Himachal Pradesh.
The Kangra miniature art style, evident in this piece, reflects the essence of Pahadi culture, seamlessly blending elegance and emotion. The painting carries subtle influences from Mughal miniatures, seen in the meticulous detailing and refined expressions of the characters.
Poonam Katoch employs a palette dominated by cool tone colors to evoke the serene ambiance associated with the monsoon. Shades of blues and greens dominate the composition, creating a harmonious backdrop for the joyous celebration of rain. The use of cool tones not only captures the essence of the Kangra region's natural beauty but also enhances the emotional depth of the scene.
The intricate designs in the painting are a hallmark of Kangra miniatures. Krishna Ji's divine presence is adorned with fine details, and the conch shell is depicted with precision, contributing to the overall visual appeal. The artist's skillful use of brushstrokes brings to life the celebratory atmosphere as Krishna Ji welcomes the rain.
""Raag Megh"" not only captures a moment in the Raag Mala series but also pays homage to the cultural richness of Kangra miniature paintings. Poonam Katoch's expertise in this traditional art form is evident, as she seamlessly integrates elements of Kangra art while drawing inspiration from Mughal miniatures.

Each of our artworks are hand painted by master artists across India. We provide an authentication certificate with this artwork signed by the artist.

The sizes mentioned are excluding the borders of the artwork.

Frames shown are for visual representation only and are not included with the artwork. We offer framing services on demand at additional costs. If you wish to get your artwork framed, please reach out to us on WhatsApp or email.

We take custom artwork orders, please use the WhatsApp chat below or email us at wecare@memeraki.com to discuss your requirements in more detail.

We ship worldwide, Our Prices are inclusive of GST/Taxes in India. For International Orders, any specific custom duties you may encounter in your home country during the delivery has to borne by the buyer.

For all artworks expect Lippan and Terracotta, No additional charges are applicable for domestic deliveries. For International Orders shipping charges of ₹2500 INR are applicable.

For Lippan and Terracotta Artworks, We charge a Shipping rate on a per Kilogram basis. You can see your final Shipping Rate before checkout or view our pricing here.

All artworks are packed and couriered securely in a tube.

Ready To Ship/ In Stock artworks are shipped in under 2 weeks. We only accept return requests for Ready to Ship/ In stock artworks placed within a week from date of delivery.

Made To Order artworks will take 2-3 weeks to be made and shipped once they are ready. Returns are not applicable on Made To Order artworks.

All artworks on the website are hand painted from scratch by our master artists. That makes every artwork absolutely unique and the actual colour and overall artwork may vary slightly from the artwork image posted here.