This fabric is inspired by the illustrious miniature paintings that "began evolving in India around the 17th century. Miniature paintings are beautiful hand mad e works of art that frequently use bright and vivid colours. Since they are quite small, delicate details and intricate brushwork is used to create them. Due to this, the technique lends a unique character to the paintings. Chitr velvet is mad e using carefully designed miniature paintings, printed on a plush velvet which adds to the opulence of this upholstery fabric.