Tanjore 22K Gold Foil Temple Painting (Balaji)

22K Gold Certified Tamil Nadu

Artisan Lineage & Guild

Thanjavur Maratha Heritage Artists

Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu

Craft Tradition: Embossed Gesso Work with 22K Gold Leaf & Jaipur Gemstones

Each piece is completely handcrafted by master artisans, preserving heritage lineages spanning multiple centuries.

100% Direct Fair-Trade Proceeds to Weaver / Craft Cooperatives

Paintings & Wall Art Thanjavur, South India

Tanjore 22K Gold Foil Temple Painting (Balaji)

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₹21,000 ₹28,500 Save ₹7,500 (26%)

Inclusive of all local taxes, GI certification, & insured pan-India heritage packaging.

Iconic Thanjavur sacred painting made on teakwood board with 3D limestone relief gesso work and genuine 22-karat gold foil.

Key Craftsmanship Highlights

Real 22K gold leaf certified assay authenticity certificate
Handcrafted 3D gesso relief work with semi-precious stones
Mounted on seasoned waterproof teakwood plank
Includes antique finish teakwood glass frame

Pan-India Insured Delivery

GI Certified Genuine

7-Day Easy Return Guarantee

Historical Lineage of Tanjore 22K Gold Foil Temple Painting (Balaji)

Tanjore paintings flourished in the 16th century under the Nayakas of Vijayanagara and the Maratha court. This masterpiece features Lord Venkateswara, with 3D embossed gesso work made from limestone and Arabic gum, overlaid with genuine 22-karat pure gold leaf and semi-precious Jaipur glass stones, set in a traditional Chettinad teak frame.

Preserving Endangered Living Arts

When you acquire this handcrafted artifact, you actively support indigenous artisan cooperatives, preventing age-old master techniques from disappearing in the era of mass industrial manufacturing.

Authenticity & Material Specifications

Weight	3.5 kg
Materials	22-Karat Gold Leaf, Limestone Gesso, Semi-precious Stones, Teakwood
Dimensions	48 cm Height x 38 cm Width x 4 cm Depth
Care Instructions	Sealed inside glass frame; keep in moisture-free environment
Artisan Collective	Tanjore Royal Heritage Guild
Certificate of Authenticity	Gold Purity Certificate & GI Tag #0022

Geographical Indication

Govt. of India Protected

What is a GI (Geographical Indication) Tag?

A Geographical Indication (GI) is a sign used on products that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities or a reputation that are due to that origin. It legally protects traditional Indian craft communities from counterfeit mass-produced imitations.

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