Kohbar in Kohbar painting means "cave" derived from "Koh" meaning cave and "bar" meaning bridegroom. It is associated with nuptial chambers used in tribal wedding rituals in Bihar and Jharkhand. The paintings adorn the bride's room walls and symbolize fertility and prosperity through motifs like peacocks, turtles, and lotuses. The tradition is prevalent in regions like Hazaribagh and takes place after monsoon, blending matriarchal customs and geometric designs.
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