Lot 247
  • 247

An Illustration from the Ramayana Lanka Kanda: The Battle Intensifies

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description

  • An Illustration from the RamayanaLanka Kanda: The Battle Intensifies
  • Opaque watercolor on paper

  • image 7 5/8 by 11 1/2 in. (19.4 BY 29.2 cm.)
  • folio 8 3/4 by 12 5/8 in. (22.2 by 32.1 cm.) unframed
The struggle intensifies with both sides mounting a reinforced charge as monkeys, demons and horses are trampled underfoot in a bloody collision in the heat of battle.

Provenance

Acquired from the Royal Library of Mandi in 1969

Condition

Very good overall condition. A few minor stains to green ground.
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