Opaque waterbased pigments with gold decoration on wasli (handmade layered paper)
India, 19th century
Rajasthani school, amber style
Depiction of a lord, riding in a howdah on the back of an elephant
Accompanied by four servants
In an open landscape
Fine accents in gold
Colorful miniature with fine details
Sheet dimensions: 28 x 17.5 cm
Good condition
Provenance: Private collection, Cologne
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Rajasthani School

The Rajasthani School describes a range of styles of Indian miniature painting, which developed at the royal courts of Rajasthan in the 16th century. Rajasthan used to be one of the pioneering hubs of miniature painting in India. In every kingdom, like Mewar and Marwar for example, different styles evolved with some specific common characteristics. Popular themes were the representations of myths and heroic stories, the life of Krishna, landscapes and portraits. The Rajasthani miniatures primarily illustrated albums and manuscripts.

Condition: The painting is in good condition with signs of age and use. Small stains, color wear on the edges and minimal material loss ibidem are visible. The dimensions are 28 x 17.5 cm.

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