5 Indian Wall Art Forms Perfect for Modern Homes — From Ganjifa to Gond
India’s artistic traditions are as diverse as its landscapes — from temple murals to tribal paintings, every region tells a story through form and color. Today, these centuries-old art forms are finding a new life in modern interiors, where they bring warmth, meaning, and cultural depth to contemporary spaces.
At KhojCrafts, we are reimagining India’s folk and tribal arts through handcrafted wall pieces, sculptural panels, and illuminated installations — each designed to bridge the old and the new. Here are five Indian wall art traditions we’ve reinterpreted for modern homes — from Ganjifa to Gond.
1. Ganjifa Art — Circles of Story and Symbol
Once played as a royal card game, Ganjifa art emerged from the courts of Mysore and Orissa, painted on small circular cards with intricate mythological scenes. Traditionally crafted in rich reds, golds, and greens, these miniature artworks are a visual narration of epics like the Dashavatara.
At KhojCrafts, we are reminagining the Ganjifa into framed minatures — scaling its delicate storytelling for contemporary interiors. The result: a meditative, layered focal point that adds narrative depth to modern spaces. Layered together or used singly, these stunning intricate artworks are both cultural and contemporary.
2. Naga Wall Art — Tribal Geometry Meets Modern Design
The art and symbolism of the Naga tribes from Northeast India carry a raw sculptural energy. Known for their strong forms, carved motifs, and geometric rhythm, Naga art embodies strength and identity.
KhojCrafts channels this aesthetic into carved wooden panels and wall sculptures, translating tribal motifs into bold, minimalist designs. These pieces bring a grounded, architectural texture to modern homes — perfect for those who love design with soul and substance. Strong, Sculptural and a magnificent statement in themslves , these panels lend a timeless, global feel to any space.
3. Tholu Art — Shadows Transformed into Light
The ancient Tholu Bommalata tradition of Andhra Pradesh — India’s leather shadow puppetry — is a dance of light, color, and craft. Traditionally painted on translucent goat leather with natural pigments, each puppet came alive through illumination.
KhojCrafts extends this luminous legacy into translucent wall art and ambient lamps, where the interplay of color and shadow transforms walls into stories. It’s a poetic way to bring handcrafted artistry into lighting and interiors.
The jewel colours of the art, the vintage details and the vivid in- motion poses makes these paintings come alive with light. Rarely used, but stunning india art for the walls.
4. Pichwai Art — Devotion Reimagined
Originating from Nathdwara in Rajasthan, Pichwai paintings depict scenes from the life of Lord Krishna — rich with lotuses, cows, peacocks, and devotion. With their intricate brushwork and spiritual calm, Pichwais have long adorned temple walls.
At KhojCrafts, we reframe these sacred visuals into textural murals, framed artworks, and contemporary furniture details, letting their serene presence and artistry bring balance to modern living spaces.
Our work with embroidered textiles with the Krishna Swaroop , in large sizes ,5 feet + make it an ideal, unmissable statement for any home.
5. Gond Art — Nature’s Patterns, Modern Abstraction
From the heart of Madhya Pradesh, Gond art is a lyrical expression of nature — trees that breathe, animals that dream, patterns that flow. With its fine linework and rhythmic detailing, Gond feels almost abstract, making it effortlessly adaptable to modern design.
KhojCrafts celebrates this form through large-scale murals and wooden compositions, where traditional patterning meets architectural scale. Each piece becomes a dialogue between nature and design — tribal at heart, contemporary in form.
A Modern Canvas for Living Traditions
Indian folk art continues to inspire not just for its beauty, but for its ability to tell stories that transcend time. Through collaboration with artisans and thoughtful design adaptation, KhojCrafts brings these traditions into the rhythm of modern life — creating spaces that feel personal, soulful, and connected.
In every panel, mural, or sculptural wall piece, lies the quiet continuity of craft — reminding us that heritage, when reimagined with care, never fades. It evolves.