5 facts about Warli painting / Art (PDF)

Warli painting is an ancient Indian art form rooted in the tribal culture of Maharashtra. Dating back to 2500 BCE, it uses simple geometric shapes like circles, triangles, and squares to depict scenes of daily life and nature. The art is eco-friendly, crafted with white rice paste on mud walls. Its unique human figures, formed by two inverted triangles, symbolize balance. Traditionally, Warli art adorned homes during rituals and weddings. Today, it has gained global recognition in fashion and decor. Universal Tribes proudly supports and promotes this timeless art, bringing its charm to modern audiences worldwide.

1. 5 FACTS ABOUT
WARLI
PAINTING/ART

2. Warli art is believed to date back to 2500–
3000 BCE, making it one of the oldest forms
of tribal art in India, originating from the Warli
tribe in Maharashtra.
OLDEST ART FORM IN INDIA
NO MYTHOLOGICAL FIGURES
Unlike many traditional Indian art forms,
Warli paintings focus on daily life, nature,
and social activities instead of mythological
stories or deities.

3. Warli art uses only three geometric shapes—
circle, triangle, and square—inspired by
natural elements like the sun, mountains,
and trees.
THREE BASIC SHAPES
UNIQUE HUMAN FIGURES
The human figures in Warli art are created
using just two triangles joined at the tip,
symbolizing balance and stability.

4. Traditionally, Warli art was used for rituals
and special occasions like weddings, where
it was painted on the walls of huts as a
symbol of good fortune.
RITUALISTIC ROOTS
A MODERN GLOBAL ICON
Warli art has transcended its tribal origins
and is now seen on global platforms like
fashion, home decor, and even
contemporary murals.

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