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An Illustration from the Mahabharata: Krishna, Arjuna and Pradyumna chase Nikumbha
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10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- An Illustration from the Mahabharata: Krishna, Arjuna and Pradyumna chase Nikumbha
Opaque watercolor heightened with gold on paper
- image 12 3/4 by 16 3/4 in. (32.5 by 42 cm.)
- folio 14 1/2 by 18 5/8 in. (37 by 47.2 cm.) unframed
The present and three following illustrations are from the Vishnu Parva of the Mahabharata which recounts the struggle between Krishna and the demon Nikumbha.
Here we see Nikumbha, who has assumed the form of a giant bird, carrying the princess Bhanumati in his talons while Krishna, Arjuna and Pradyumna are in hot pursuit. To evade the shower of arrows released by his pursuants, Nikumbha creates a wall of smoke before them.
For other illustrations depicting this scene, see Sotheby's New York, September 19, 2006, lot 15 and March 19, 2008, lot 209.
Here we see Nikumbha, who has assumed the form of a giant bird, carrying the princess Bhanumati in his talons while Krishna, Arjuna and Pradyumna are in hot pursuit. To evade the shower of arrows released by his pursuants, Nikumbha creates a wall of smoke before them.
For other illustrations depicting this scene, see Sotheby's New York, September 19, 2006, lot 15 and March 19, 2008, lot 209.
Provenance
Acquired from the Royal Library of Mandi in 1969
Condition
Overall very good condition. Small hole lower left in border. Image slightly cropped along upper edge.
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In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.