Mukundan Tampi

P. Mukundan Tampi, also known as P.M. Tampi, was a notable artist from Kerala and a contemporary of Raja Ravi Varma. Born into affluence in Mavelikkara, he was the son of Avittam Thirunal Udaya Varma Kunjappa Thampuran (1854-1921) of the Mannoor Madhom palace. Tampi distinguished himself with his exceptional skill in oil painting, a medium he mastered with ease.

Although most of his works are held in private collections, Tampi's artistry earned him high praise from his contemporaries. Raja Ravi Varma, a leading figure in Indian art, admired Tampi's talent and remarked that, had Tampi been more dedicated to his craft, he would have surpassed all others in the field. This endorsement highlights Tampi's remarkable skill and the high regard in which he was held by his peers.