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Who started miniature painting in India?

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Who started miniature painting in India?
Miniature painting was started in India by the Palas of Bengal, who are considered the pioneers of the art form. Indian miniatures are small, detailed paintings that can be traced back to the 9th century. Shop a collection of miniature paintings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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Indo-Persian Miniature Painting in Moorish Micro Mosaic Inlaid Marquetry Frame
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Framed Persian Miniature Painting in Moorish Micro Mosaic Inlaid Marquetry Frame – Indo-Persian
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Islamic Picture Frames

Materials

Fruitwood

Ancient Persian Miniature - Original China Ink and Watercolour - 19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Ancient Persian Miniature is an original China Ink and Watercolour realized by an artist of 19th
Category

19th Century Old Masters Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Ink, Watercolor

Vintage Persian Miniature Framed Hand Painted Polo Players & Horses on Bone
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Persian Miniature Framed Hand Painted Polo Players & Horses on Bone. Circa Mid 20th Century
Category

Mid-20th Century Anglo-Indian Picture Frames

Materials

Bone, Glass, Wood

Indo-Persian miniature on paper – erotic scene – 19th century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
, ochres). A typical work in the tradition of Indo-Persian miniatures, with amorous/erotic subjects
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Paintings and Screens

Materials

Paper

Vintage Persian Miniature Framed Hand Painted 3 Part Village Scene on Bone
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Persian Miniature Framed Hand Painted 3 Part Village Scene on Bone. Circa Mid 20th Century
Category

Mid-20th Century Anglo-Indian Picture Frames

Materials

Bone, Glass, Wood

Ancient Persian Miniature: Men with Scimitar - Probably 18/19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Image dimensions: 15 X 10 cm. This Persian Miniature scene of men with scimitar is a unique
Category

18th Century Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Ink, Tempera

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