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Gian Singh Naqqash (1883 – 1953) was a Punjabi Sikh artist who specialized in naqqashi and mohrakashi methods. He was a fresco painter and worked at the Golden Temple for more than 33 years. He is particularly known for painting in the style that is known as the Sikh School of Painting. He was notable for localizing Sikh art by developing a local Punjabi style that was disassociated from the Pahari style, specifically the Kangra variety, and Iranic art styles, which had influenced Punjabi and Sikh art prior. Gian Singh achieved this by incorporating local Punjabi features, dress, and settings in the depicted figuratives. Later-on in his life, he was awarded and recognized by the S.G.P.C. for his artistic efforts.