The Indian subcontinent is famous all over the world for being the birthplace of cultural luminaries from different parts of the nation. This includes painters, writers, singers and a whole lot more. Art of painting dating back to the ancient time period as can be seen from the art work found during the period of the Harappan civilisation.

Indian art has also been inspired by jewellery and dance forms. In fact, even aesthetic and entertainment are closely allied fields and art in all its forms is a throbbing vital life force in India on account of this. Many artists and painters in India have received global recognition on account of their stunning creations. Paintings of the Indian artists have cost millions of dollars in global auctions. Paintings have revolved around everything from religious topics to nature and abstract aspects as well as beauty.

Indian painters have covered each and every arena and they are known for their beautiful interpretations of powerful themes. The Bengal school of painting owes its evolution to the world of Abanindranath Tagore who was the nephew of Rabindranath Tagore. Born in August 1871, he was one of the most well known artists of the Bengal school of painting. He also supported Swadeshi values in Indian art.

Amrita Shergill was one of the most well known and famous painters of India who is credited with giving Indian art its beginnings. Her father Umrao Singh Shergill Majithia was a Sikh aristocrat who knew Sanskrit. Mother Marie Antoinette Gottesmann was a Hungarian singer. Shergill's beautiful works combined the best of both worlds to create art that is immortal. Francis Newton Souza born in Saligao in 1924 was one of the most soulful artists who created beauty out of his personal tragedies. Jamini Roy created momentum for Indian art during the 20th century. Born in 1887, he is credited with having pursued and created Indian art which has become timeless.

Of the more modern artists, the name of Jatin Das is well known. Born in the year 1941, in the Mayurbhanj district of Orrisa, Das was prolific in producing painting, graphic art, poetry, sculpture and murals. He was trained at the famous J.J. School of Art in Mumbai. Undoubtedly, one of the most famous Indian artists of all times is Maqbool Fida Husain. Born on 17th September in the year 1915, he was known for his bold and stunning themes. Another prominent artist of modern India is none other than Nandlal Bose. Born in December in the year 1882, in Bihar, he was a protege of Havell and Abanindranath and he attended the Calcutta Government College of Art.

Another well known Indian artist is Jehangir Sabavala whose immortal creations have attracted domestic as well as international clients. In the modern period, Raja Ravi Verma's epic paintings revolving around themes such as Ramayana and Mahabharata are well known. Satish Gujral is also a well known Indian artist who is multifaceted in his field and other ones as well. Those looking to buy Indian paintings online should opt for reputed art galleries and online art stores to buy these masterpieces.