The nature Guler style of Himachal developed somewhere around the year 1800. It was a more naturalized version of painting, with visible difference in the treatment of eyes and modeling of the face. Landscapes were also commonly used as themes. Along with that, this style also accentuated the elegance and grace of the Indian women.

Guler, which is an off-shoot of Kangra and is close to the plains, was among the first of these states to respond to later Mughal stimulus. The kingdom of Guler was founded by Raja Hari Chand, ruler of Kangra in 1405 under very unusual circumstances. It is said that Hari Chand had gone out on Shikar, and while in pursuit of a boar, he got separated from his companions. While wandering in the forest… Click here to read more