Painting Traditions in the Vallabha Sampradaya

Abstract

The article Painting Traditions in the Vallabha Sampradaya by Tryna Lyons delves into the rich tradition of picchavai paintings, particularly those associated with Śrīnathjī in Nathdwara. Lyons examines stylistic evolution, patronage, and the paintings' role as ritually activated objects in temple worship. The study presents these works as “living images” central to Vallabha devotional aesthetics.