From China To Jodhpur: How ‘Swirling Clouds’ Travelled Across Empires And Became Marwar Painting’s Iconic Motif
Last Updated:February 12, 2026, 08:00 IST The swirling clouds in Jodhpur paintings echo multiple traditions: sweeping lines show Chinese influence via Central Asia, while vibrant colors reflect Persian aesthetics. Though swirling clouds appear in earlier Chinese and Persian art, they likely reached Marwar via the Mughal court’s cultural and political …