The Untold Stories of Tikuli Art History & Process Buy Tikuli Elephant Painting Round Wall Plates : Memeraki.com Lord Ganesha Tikuli Wall Plates Order Online now Tikuli Painting on Hardboard Indian folk art, Painting, Folk art painting. Size Length 12 cm, Width 12 cm. Weight 10 grams (approximately). Material Beautifully handcrafted wall hanging trivets, made of MDF wood with tikuli hand painted miniature painting that depicts a regular day in the life of village women. (oil colours used) Tikuli is an uncommon and one of a kind bit of hand painting, over 800 years of age and has its origins in Bihar, Eastern India. The tika or dot on the womans forehead is believed to be the inspiration behind this art form. It is done on hard board using deft paintbrush strokes, enamel and bold colors, usually against a dark, black background for great effect. The process renders the board heatproof and waterproof. Fabulous products such as trays, coaster, jewelry and wall hangings are increasingly popular. Care Wipe with wet soft cotton cloth when needed. Keep away from perfumes, sprays, water and other liquid substances. Colour Slight difference in color from the visible product image is possible. Read more.