Which place and family did raja ravi varma belong?

Raja Ravi Varma was born in 1848 in the village of Kilimanoor, located in the princely state of Travancore, in present-day Kerala, India. He belonged to the royal family of Kilimanoor, which was a feudal dynasty within the larger Travancore kingdom. His artistic contributions significantly influenced Indian painting, blending traditional Indian themes with European techniques.