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An Illustration to the Mahabharata: The Pandava and Kaurava armies face each other
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- An Illustration to the Mahabharata: The Pandava and Kaurava armies face each other
- Opaque watercolor heightened with gold on paper
- image 9 3/4 by 15 3/4 in. (24.8 by 40 cm)
- folio 10 5/8 by 16 1/2 in. (27 by 42 cm)
In this illustration from the Bhishma Parva of the Epic the Pandava and Kaurava armies are shown arrayed before each other on the battlefield of Kurukshetra.
Duryodhana, leader of the Kaurava army, is seen at the center of his forces on the left, beneath a white parasol. Opposite are his cousins the Pandavas, led by Krishna and Arjuna who blow their conches marking the start of hostilities in this cataclysmic battle.
Duryodhana, leader of the Kaurava army, is seen at the center of his forces on the left, beneath a white parasol. Opposite are his cousins the Pandavas, led by Krishna and Arjuna who blow their conches marking the start of hostilities in this cataclysmic battle.
Condition
Good overall condition. The staining to some areas of the green ground, especially on right, is clearly visible in the catalogue illustration. The faces and figures of the plethora of humans and animals in the image are in very good condition. A smudge on the upper right, water stain to folio on upper left edge and superficial abrasions to lower image edge are all clearly visible in catalogue illustration.
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.
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.