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A Prince dallying with his consort
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- A Prince dallying with his consort
Opaque watercolor heightened with gold on paper
- image 9 by 5 1/2 in. (22.9 by 14 cm.)
- folio 10 1/2 by 7 in. (26.7 by 17.8 cm.)
The illustration picturing two lovers seated on a terrace, depicted as Radha and Krishna, could be from a ragamala series. The Rajasthani principality of Malpura is located between Jaipur to the north and Bundi to its south.
Compare the iconography with an illustration of Desakh Ragini from Bundi/Kota, see K. Ebeling, Ragamala Painting, Basel, Paris, New Delhi, 1973, no. 133, p. 220.
Compare the iconography with an illustration of Desakh Ragini from Bundi/Kota, see K. Ebeling, Ragamala Painting, Basel, Paris, New Delhi, 1973, no. 133, p. 220.
Condition
Good overall condition. One or two spots/stains to sky above.
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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.