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paintings in Rajasthan spread to nearby States of Bundi, Malwa, Kishangarh, Nathdawara etc., and continued up to the 19th century. Scrores of paintings were produced by the Chitaras (painters) in all States which reflected the religious, social and cultural ethos of that period. Naturally, families of painters, their styles, status, and social conditions grew rapidly and the art of miniature painting become popular not only in Rajasthan alone but all over the world. Against this backdrop of historical events, the Jains and their patronage was the main impetus to the art of painting and calligraphy which grew and reached the zenith of workmanship.
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