The pichvai or temple hangings, founded in the 16th century forms an important class of pigment painted cloths. Stylistic evidence and a knowledge of t6he areas of patronage indicate that most painted prichvais originated in Rajasthan, many in Gujarat and some in Deccan. Even today, there are painters in Rajasthan especially in Nathdwara, udaipur, jaipur and Bhilwara. The Pichvais with scenes from epic stories and flavors of different seasons, are hung in the inns shrine to capture the moods of different important festivals.