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Place of Origin: South Asian
Antique Indian Mughal Painting of a Couple in Erotic Embrace, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Offered here is a gouache and gold miniature painting on paper of an amorous couple on a veranda set against a mountain and lake background.
The male dressed in a princely attire is ...
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Mid-19th Century Antique South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Paper
Antique 18th Century Pair Indian Hindu Erotic Kamasutra Miniature Paintings 1750
Located in Portland, OR
A fine quality pair of antique 18th century Indian erotic Kamasutra paintings, circa 1750.
The paintings most likely North-East India or possibly Nepal, are very finely painted with ...
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Mid-18th Century Anglo-Indian Antique South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Paint
Mughal School Indian Miniature Painting of Radha-Krishna
Located in Chicago, IL
This 19th-century Indian miniature painting is composed in the Mughal style and depicts a meeting of the Hindu god Krishna and his shakti Radha, also known as the Supreme Goddess. To...
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19th Century Antique South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Paint, Paper
Large Vintage Framed Pichhavai Painting of Krishna Playing His Flute
Located in Morristown, NJ
Vintage Pichhavai painting on fabric of Krishna playing is flute with Radha and female Gopis gathered by his side. The colors, details and facial ex...
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1970s Folk Art Vintage South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Fabric, Wood, Paint
Pair of Indian Erotic Paintings from a Kama Sutra Series
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a stunning piece of Indian antiquity from the 17th century, namely, a pair of indian erotic paintings from a kama sutra series.
India, Orissa, 17th century.
Hand-painted on cloth canvas.
These have impeccable Provenance!
They were purchased by a Private Dallas Collector at Christie’s New York Auction on 19th September 2002. Sale Number 1115, Lot No. 251.
Christie’s operate a twice yearly auction of Southeast Asian Art & Antiquities in New York in the months of March and September.
The Lot was described as: “Two Erotic Paintings from a Karma Sutra...
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17th Century Archaistic Antique South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Canvas
Antique Indian Miniature painting of a Maharaja, Jaipur c. 1800
Located in San Francisco, CA
Offered here is an antique painting of an Indian Maharaja in gouache and gold on paper c. early 19th century or 1800.
A burly Maharaja stands in profile wearing a white jama or garm...
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Early 19th Century Antique South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Paper
Pichhavai Hindu Painting of Radha and Krishna with Female Gopis
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Large Pichhavai Hindu Painting of Radha and Krishna with Female Gopis.
Pichhwai Hindu Painting of Krishna and Radha framed under glass.
Kris...
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Early 20th Century Folk Art South Asian Paintings and Screens
Materials
Silk, Glass, Wood
Hand Painted Tibetan Thangka Painting Buddha Shakyamuni White Gold
Located in Somis, CA
An exquisitely hand painted Tibetan Thangka by one of our master artists in Nepal featuring Buddha Shakyamuni. On lotus throne above ocean waves and an altar bowl overflowing with fl...
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2010s Tibetan South Asian Paintings and Screens
Materials
Brocade, Wood, Paint
Tibetan Thangka of Celebration Hand Painted Gilded
Located in Somis, CA
An exquisite hand painted Tibetan Thangka depicting 63 Buddhas with consorts and 5 protector Vajrabhairavas. Buddha seated dhyana asana on lotus throne at the center of the mandala i...
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2010s South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Gold Leaf
Antique Indian Miniature Painting of Krishna Conversing with Radha in a Pavilion
Located in San Francisco, CA
Another charming painting of Lord Krishna and his paramour Radha along with her consort seated in an elaborate pavilion while having a gestured conversation. The interior setting is...
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Early 20th Century South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Paper
Indian Ceremonial Hindu Deity Hand-Painted on Canvas in Gilded Frame
Located in Yonkers, NY
A framed Indian ceremonial Hindu deity from the mid 20th century, hand-painted on canvas. Created in India during the midcentury period, this scene, hand-p...
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Mid-20th Century South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Glass, Canvas
Hand Painted Thangka Gold White Tara
Located in Somis, CA
An exquisitely hand painted Tibetan Thangka by one of our master artists in Nepal featuring the majestic White Tara. Seated Dhyana Asana upon a lotus throne, her ethereal presence is...
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2010s Tibetan South Asian Paintings and Screens
Materials
Brocade, Wood, Paint
Asian Decorative Art Phad Painting Rajasthan Royal Procession
By Rajhastani
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Asian Decorative Art Phad Painting Rajasthan Royal Procession.
Add a festive touch with this superbly hand painted Phad painting of a Rajput Royal Pr...
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1950s Folk Art Vintage South Asian Paintings and Screens
Materials
Silk
Tibetan Painting Thangka Green Tara Turquoise Gilt
Located in Somis, CA
An extraordinary hand painted Tibetan Thangka featuring the greatest compassion Goddess Green Tara. Her round face with large kind eyes, above closed lips, all flanked by long pendul...
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2010s Tibetan South Asian Paintings and Screens
Materials
Brocade, Wood, Paint, Paper
Large Colorful Pichhavai Silk Asian Painting with Krishna and Radha
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A large Pichhavai painting depicting Krishna, represented in multiple places with female Gopis dancing and offering, great colors, the composition is enclosed in a lush green forest ...
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Early 20th Century Agra South Asian Paintings and Screens
Materials
Silk
Large Pichhavai Painting of Krishna with Female Gopis Dancing
By Rajhastani
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A large Pichhavai painting of Krishna with female Gopis dancing
Krishna playing flute on a bed of lotus, the composition is enclosed in a lush gree...
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Early 20th Century Folk Art South Asian Paintings and Screens
Materials
Silk
Thangka Tibetan Painting Green Tara Hand Painted Gilt
Located in Somis, CA
An exceptional, most unique, extra long hand painted Tibetan Thangka featuring the beloved Green Tara. Seated on a high lotus throne with a pair of holy beasts, her right leg extende...
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2010s Tibetan South Asian Paintings and Screens
Materials
Brocade, Paint, Wood, Paper
Large Vintage Mughal Raj Silk Painting of a Maharaja Royal Procession
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Large vintage Mughal silk painting of a Maharaja Royal Procession, two royal couples on elephant, probably a wedding procession with servant walki...
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Early 20th Century Anglo Raj South Asian Paintings and Screens
Materials
Textile
Vintage Pichhavai Painting of Krishna with Female Gopis Dancing
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Large Vintage Pichhavai Painting of Krishna with Female Gopis Dancing.
Colorful Pichhavai hand painted on cotton cloth, circa 1940, depicting a scene from the life of Krishna, in a garden setting.
One of a kind Pichhavai painting of Krishna with female Gopis dancing, the composition is enclosed in a lush green forest and the colors of the dresses play off against the vegetative forms, adding a lively pattern to the whole composition green and black border with stylized floral motifs on a blue ground, border composed of meandering leafy vines and multicolored flowers.
A Pichhavai painting depicting Krishna, represented in multiple places with female Gopis dancing and offering, great colors, the composition is enclosed in a lush green forest and the colors of the dresses in yellow and oranges play off against the vegetative forms, adding a lively pattern to the whole floral composition, with a colorful Gopis and worshipers. A beautiful antique early 20th century Pichhavai painting depicting Krishna represented in multiple places with Gopi dancing. This piece is all hand painted in pastel colors. It is believed that Krishna enchants the world, but Radha enchants even him. Therefore, she is the supreme goddess of all and together they are called as Radha-Krishna.
Gouache on cloth. Rajasthan Jaipur, Indian, Himalayan and Southeast Asian Decorative Art.
One of a kind hand-painted.
Some damages on the corners.
Not framed will be shipped rolled.
Dimensions height: 47.25 in. width: 36.5 in.
A Picchawai is a large-scale temple hanging made for temporary use in a Pushti Marg shrine. The Pushti Marg (Path of Grace) is a Hindu sect that focuses on the worship of Krishna. One of a kind large size painting on cloth depicting the story of Krishna from a young age. Hand Made painting on cloth.This is an exceptional example including quality of line and design. Not framed, will be shipped rolled. Hand painted in India Lord Krishna Beautiful Hand Painted Indian Traditional Religious pichwai with gopis .... "Maharaas" Maharas is one of the wonderful pastimes of Shri Krishna. It was conceived by the Gopis in Vrindavan in the month of Margashirsha. The gopis worshiped Goddess Katyayani continuously for one month on the sands of Yamuna in Vrindavan and chanted daily. Lord Krishna had to come because of his love and penance. Krishna created Maharas by holding different forms with each gopi there The
A picchawai is a large-scale temple hanging made for temporary use in a Pushti Marg shrine. The Pushti Marg (Path of Grace) is a Hindu sect that focuses on the worship of Krishna. Pichhwai paintings...
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Early 20th Century Folk Art South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Cotton
Antique Anglo Indian/ Burmese Chair Profusely Hand Carved Decoration 19th C
Located in London, GB
Fine Antique Anglo Indian/ Burmese Chair Profusely Hand Carved
Decoration 19th Century
This antique Burmese chair boasts exquisite profusely carved decoration that is sure to add a...
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1860s Anglo-Indian Antique South Asian Paintings and Screens
Materials
Wood
Fine Indian Court Painting Framed
Located in Greenwich, CT
Framed refined Indian court painting, beautiful colors and gold leafing, exquisite details, 19th century, Conservation framed
Overall size with...
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19th Century Antique South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Paper
Tibetan Painting Thangka White Tara Mantra Eight Treasures Hand Painted
Located in Somis, CA
The kindest face and most assuring smile. A finely painted Thangka by one of our master artists in Nepal depicting White Tara surrounded by mantra and Eight Tibetan Treasures. Seated...
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2010s Tibetan South Asian Paintings and Screens
Materials
Brocade, Wood, Paint
Indian Mughal Miniature Painting in Vizagapatam Inlay Frame
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Indian Mughal Miniature watercolor painting in white inlay frame
Indo-Persian hand painted watercolor miniature watercolor painting in very fine art w...
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Mid-20th Century Agra South Asian Paintings and Screens
Materials
Wood
Miniature Mughal of Emperor Akbar And His Wife In His Courtyard, 19th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The Mughal miniature painting, executed with an exceptionally fine single-hair brush, is a testament to the meticulous craftsmanship and exquisite detail characteristic of Mughal art...
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Late 19th Century Anglo-Indian Antique South Asian Paintings and Screens
Materials
Paint, Paper
Vintage Tibetan Thangka Goddess Dakinis
Located in Somis, CA
A rare offering. This amazing vintage hand painted Thangka depicts the Tibetan female celestial goddess Dakinis, whose ferocious expression subdues negative and demonic forces. In Alidh Asana posture, she wears a garland of human skulls, with a Khartwanga wand resting against her shoulder. Her face wrathful in expression, her feet firmly pressing down on devils masqueraded in human form above lotus base. With her right hand the deity holds a blue Kartika symbolizing severance of all material. With her left hand she drinks blood from a skull cup...
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20th Century South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Brocade, Canvas
Fine Indian Court Painting Framed
Located in Greenwich, CT
Framed refined Indian court painting, beautiful colors and gold leafing, exquisite details, 19th century, Conservation framed
Overall size with ...
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19th Century Antique South Asian Paintings and Screens
Materials
Paper
The Temptation 1957 by C J Anthony Doss
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING a GLORIOUS Contemporary piece of Art by a recognized Indian Master – C J Anthony Doss – The Temptation 1957 .
This piece has impeccable Provenance !
It was purchased by a Private Dallas Collector at Sotheby’s New York Auction on 20th September 2005. Sale No: 8111 Lot No. 223.
Sotheby’s operate a twice yearly auction of Southeast Asian Art & Antiquities in New York in the months of March and September.
This sale was titled “Indian and Southeast Asian Art”.
The Lot is described as: “C.J. Anthony Doss (b. 1933) THE TEMPTATION. Signed and dated ‘C J A Doss/57’ lower right.
Oil on canvas laid on board.
27.5 by 20.5 in (69.9 by 52 cm.)
The Provenance is given as: “Property from the Collection of Mr. Artur Isenberg”.
The painting carried an Auction estimate of USD 2,000 to USD 4,000.
Allowing for inflation alone this would be over $6,000 in today’s value.
As an added bonus and proof of authenticity the painting still retains it’s original Sotheby’s Lot No. Label.
It has substantially increased in value over the years as a HIGHLY DESIRABLE piece from an exhibited and highly collected Modern Indian Master painter.
C.J. Anthony Doss is a very highly regarded and widely exhibited, Indian painter. He was born in 1933 and died in 2008.
DAG Modern in Mumbai featured Doss’s work.
Doss represented India at biennales in Paris and Sao Paulo. He was also a prominent member of the South Indian Society of Painters. His works are in Indian museums...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Canvas, Wood, Paint, Paper
After a 16th Century Indian Mughal Style Painting
By Rajhastani
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mughal print after a 16th century Indian hand painting in wood gilt frame.
Indian Mughal School, illuminated
India Rajasthan Indian Mughal School, illumi...
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Mid-20th Century Agra South Asian Paintings and Screens
Materials
Paper
Tibetan Thangka of Amitabha Buddha Hand Painted Gilded
Located in Somis, CA
One of our finest hand painted Tibetan Thangkas from Nepal. This extraordinary Thangka depicts 108 Buddhas with consorts in celestial court witnessing Amitabha's achievement of nirva...
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2010s South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Gold Leaf
Anglo Indian Painting of Tipu Sultan's Fortress Nundydroog, Mysore c. 1853 Prov
Located in San Francisco, CA
Offered here is an Anglo-Indian watercolor Painting of Tipu Sultan's Fortress in Nundydroog, Mysore.
A tag on the back indicates "The Fort, Nundy, Droog, Mysore, 1853" and it comes f...
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Mid-19th Century Anglo-Indian Antique South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Paper
Paresh Maity Watercolor on Board, Encounter I
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a glorious contemporary piece of Art by a recognized Indian Master – Paresh Maity Watercolor on Board – Encounter I.
This piece has impeccable Provenance!
It was purchased by a Private Dallas Collector at Sotheby’s New York Auction on 18th September 2008. Lot No. 74.
Sotheby’s operate a twice yearly auction of Southeast Asian Art & Antiquities in New York in the months of March and September.
This sale was titled “Modern & Contemporary Indian Art”.
The Lot consisted of a Group of 3 Watercolors by Babu Xavier, Paresh Maity and Ranjit Kurmi. (b.1960, b.1965, b.1970) Three Untitled Works.
Signed and dated ‘Paresh Maity ’02 lower right, watercolor and ink on paper. …. 5.6 x 3.6 (14 x 9 cm)”.
Exhibited: Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art, Modern Indian Art, Cornell University, Ithaca, April 8 – June 11 2006.
The Provenance is given as: “Property of Private Maryland Collectors”.
The 3 watercolors carried an Auction estimate of USD 3,000 to USD 4,000 and Sold for USD 4,000 (not including Buyers Premium).
Allowing for inflation alone this would be over $7,000 in today’s value.
We have this watercolor by Paresh Maity and (listed separately) the Babu Xavier watercolor, but not the Ranjit Kurmi watercolor.
As an added bonus and proof of authenticity the painting still retains it’s original Sotheby’s Lot No. Label.
It has substantially increased in value over the years as a HIGHLY DESIRABLE piece from an exhibited and highly collected Modern Indian Master painter.
We also possess the Babu Xavier watercolor in our Collection!
Paresh Maity (born 1965) is an Indian painter...
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20th Century Modern South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Paper
Mughal Miniature of Shah Jahan on a Leisure Stroll, 19th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The Mughal miniature painting, meticulously crafted with a single-hair brush on fine rice paper, captures a serene and elegant scene of Emperor Shah Jahan taking a leisurely stroll o...
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Mid-19th Century Anglo Raj Antique South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Paint, Paper
19th Century Circa 1860 Button Miniature Portraits Indian Mutiny
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Indian Mutiny, a framed display of hand-painted button miniatures of 6 Indian leaders who escaped execution after the Indian mutiny, c. 1860, circular head and shoulders miniatures p...
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19th Century Antique South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Glass, Paper
Chamba School Indian Miniature Painting of Rāj Singh with Hawk
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite Indian miniature painting is a 19th-century reproduction of the Chamba School painting "Portrait of Rāj Singh of Chamba," dated circa 1785. Beautifully honoring the or...
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19th Century Antique South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Paper, Paint
South Asian Peshwa Painting - Faux Bamboo Frame - Unsigned - Mid 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage South Asian gouache peshwa painting on prepared fine cotton with gilt highlights - traditional style - fine detail painting to the figures - the canvas set against a padded b...
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Mid-20th Century Anglo-Indian South Asian Paintings and Screens
Materials
Fabric, Giltwood, Paint
Reverse Glass Painting of Shiva, Parvati and Ganesh from the Pal Collection
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING a STUNNING and HIGHLY DESIRABLE and IMPORTANT 19C Reverse Glass Painting of Shiva, Parvati and Ganesh from the Pal Collection.
This piece has impeccable Provenance!
It was purchased by a Private Dallas Collector at Christie’s New York Auction on 20th March 2008. Sale Number 2112, Lot No. 290.
Christie’s operate a twice yearly auction of Southeast Asian Art & Antiquities in New York in the months of March and September.
This sale was titled “The Scholar’s Vision: The Pal Family Collection”.
The painting was described as “A reverse glass painting of Shiva, Parvati and Ganesh – India, Maharashtra, 19th Century.
The holy family seated on the floor, mother and child in the lap of Shiva, with a red background and blue borders. Opaque pigments and metal leaf on glass. 12 x 16 in. (30.4 x 40.6 cm.)
Exhibited:
Durga: Avenging Goddess, Nurturing Mother, Norton Simon Museum of Art, 7 October 2005 – 27 March 2006″.
It carried an Auction estimate of USD 2,500 to USD 3,500 and Sold for USD 2,500 (not including Buyers Premium).
Allowing for inflation alone this would be over $4,300 in today’s value. At highest estimate, this would equate to over $6k in today’s value.
As an added bonus and proof of authenticity the painting still retains it’s original Christie’s Lot No. Label.
It has substantially increased in value over the years as a RARE piece from the ‘renowned’ Pal Family Collection and a RARE piece of antique Asian Indian...
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Mid-19th Century Anglo-Indian Antique South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Glass
Large Framed Indian 19th Century Painting of Guanyin Sitting on a Dragon
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Indian painting from the 19th century depicting Guanyin the Bodhisattva of Compassion sitting on a dragon. Created in India during the 19th century, this large painting features Guanyin the Bodhisattva of Compassion, sitting on the head of a dragon, fluffy clouds adorning the painting's lower section. Her right foot on a lotus flower, Guanyin wears an ornate headdress and elegant clothes. The painting itself measures 30.5"W x 53.5" H and has been set inside a custom frame. Its peaceful subject will make this 19th century Indian painting...
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19th Century Antique South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Fabric, Plexiglass, Paper
Mughal miniature of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal, Late 19th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The Mughal miniature painting, created with a single-hair brush on delicate rice paper, is a fine example of the extraordinary skill and precision characteristic of Mughal art. This ...
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Late 19th Century Anglo-Indian Antique South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Silver Plate
Fine Mughal Painting of a ‘Lion at Rest’, North India, Early 19th Century
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A Mughal painting of a ‘Lion at rest’
North India, early 19th century
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Watercolour on paper, H. 46.5 x W. 68 cm
?The present painting is a large...
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Early 19th Century Antique South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Paper
Antique Indian Mughal Miniature Royal Court Women Shah Watercolor Painting 1900
Located in Portland, OR
A fine antique Indian Mughal Miniature painting, in a carved camel bone frame. Circa 1900.
The painting of oval outline is very finely rendered and depicts the seated Shah in the gro...
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Early 1900s Islamic Antique South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Bone, Paint
Mughal miniature portrait depicting Emperor Akbar and Jodha Bai, 19th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The Mughal miniature portrait, created with a single-hair brush on delicate rice paper and embellished with 24k gold water, depicts the noble Mughal Emperor Akbar and his esteemed consort, Jodha Bai. This exquisite artwork exemplifies the pinnacle of Mughal artistry, renowned for its intricate detail and luxurious use of materials.
At the center of the composition, Emperor Akbar is portrayed with an air of majestic authority and wisdom. He is dressed in regal attire, featuring rich textiles adorned with elaborate patterns. The gold water applied to his garments and accessories adds a shimmering, ethereal quality, highlighting the emperor's status and the richness of his attire. His turban is prominently adorned with a jeweled ornament, enhancing his royal presence. Akbar's expression is composed and contemplative, reflecting his reputation as a wise and benevolent ruler.
Beside him stands Jodha Bai, exuding grace and elegance. Her attire is a masterpiece of Mughal textile...
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Mid-19th Century Anglo Raj Antique South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Gold Leaf
1970s Indian Paper Drawing of Goat
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s Indian paper drawing of a goat, part of a large private collection.
Dimensions with frame: 35 x 26 cm.
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Late 20th Century South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Paper
1970s Indian Paper Drawing of Palace
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s Indian paper drawing of a palace, part of a large private collection.
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Late 20th Century South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Paper
Antique Hand Painted Indian Folk Art Painting Depicting Musicians and Archers
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Indian hand-painted folk art painting depicting musicians and archers in a brass custom frame. Step into a vibrant world of rhythm and archery with this antique Indian han...
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Early 20th Century South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Brass
Large Framed Indian 19th Century Painting of Guanyin Sitting on a Dragon
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Indian painting from the 19th century depicting Guanyin the Bodhisattva of Compassion sitting on a dragon. Created in India during the 19th century, this large painting features Guanyin the Bodhisattva of Compassion, sitting on the head of a dragon. Her right foot on a lotus flower, Guanyin wears an ornate headdress and elegant clothes. The painting itself measures 27.5"W x 53.5" H and has been set inside a custom frame. With its vivid colors and elegant subject, this 19th century Indian painting...
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19th Century Antique South Asian Paintings and Screens
Materials
Fabric, Plexiglass, Paper
Tibetan Painting Thangka Wealth God Jambhala Hand Painted
Located in Somis, CA
A finely painted Tibetan Thangka featuring the five wealth gods Jambhala. In the center the most powerful Yellow Jambhala sits on a lotus throne in the vajra position with his right ...
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2010s Tibetan South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Brocade, Wood, Paint
Miniature Mughal of Emperor Akbar And His Wife In His Courtyard, 19th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The Mughal miniature, meticulously created with a single-hair brush on delicate rice paper, depicts Emperor Shah Jahan in two distinct yet visually harmonious scenes with a courtesan...
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Mid-19th Century Anglo Raj Antique South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Gold Leaf
Anglo-Indian Company School Suttee Watercolour Paintings, C. 1810
Located in Kinderhook, NY
A wonderful and singular set of two early 19th century Anglo-Indian Company School watercolour paintings, likely Murshidabad, depicting 'Sati' or 'Suttee', the historical practice in which a widow sacrifices herself by sitting atop her deceased husband's funeral pyre, and the procession to the pyre. The reverses labeled "From an album of watercolours and drawings belonging to Eliza Frederica Salmon and possibly her sister Mary Salmon, daughter of William Orton Salmon who served in India circa 1800...
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Early 19th Century Anglo-Indian Antique South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Glass, Giltwood, Paint, Paper
Tibetan Painting Thangka Mandala Eight Treasures Hand Painted Gilded
Located in Somis, CA
A finely hand painted Thangka with beautiful calligraphy in Sanskrit of the mantra Om. Mandala represents the pure and sacred space consecrated by the power of Buddha or other deitie...
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2010s Tibetan South Asian Paintings and Screens
Materials
Brocade, Wood, Paint
Thangka Kurukulla Red Tara of Love Hand Painted Gilded
Located in Somis, CA
A sublime, rare Thangka of Goddess Kurukulla, the Red Tara, finely portraited by a master artist in Nepal. Kurukulla comes to the aid of love and relationship...
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2010s Tibetan South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Brocade, Wood, Paint
Thangka Green Tara w Mantra Hand Painted Tibetan Painting
Located in Somis, CA
A finely gilded, hand painted Tibetan Thangka depicting the beloved Green Tara. Seated lalita asana, Tara has her right foot on a pendulous lotus in the motion of stepping down from ...
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2010s Tibetan South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Brocade, Wood, Paint
An Indian miniature painting depicting a prince surprising bathing maidens
Located in Amsterdam, NL
India, Punjab, circa 1755
Signed by the artist Swami 'Ram Rikh' of Seopur and dated Samvat 1812 (1755)
Opaque watercolour and gold on paper,
H. 23.8 x W. 16.2 cm (image)
H. 28.3 x ...
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18th Century Antique South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Gold
Indian Portrait of a Prince
Located in Greenwich, CT
Opaque watercolor heightened with gold on paper. A young prince is seated in a palace courtyard under a canopy receiving a party of noblemen. His ministers stand behind him, wearing peaked turbans with floral patterns, their gestures conveying their welcoming demeanor towards the noblemen. The guests are wearing red and blue turbans...
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1830s Other Antique South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Paper
Maqbool Fida Husain Pen & Ink on Paper Untitled, 1950
By Maqbool Fida Husain
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a glorious and important contemporary piece of Art by probably the most recognized Indian Master, Maqbool Fida Husain - Pen & Ink on Paper Untitled, 1950.
This piece has ...
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Mid-20th Century Post-Modern South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Paper
Babu Xavier Watercolor on Paper Bird & Woman
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING a GLORIOUS Contemporary piece of Art by a recognized Indian Master – Babu Xavier Watercolor on Paper Bird & Woman .
This piece has impeccable...
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20th Century Modern South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Paper
17C SE Asian Indian Set of 8 Paintings from a Yantra
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a stunning piece of Indian Antiquity from the 17th century, namely, a 17th century set of 8 paintings from a Yantra.
Hastakara Yantra …. from Western India.
This piece has impeccable Provenance !
It was purchased by a Private Dallas Collector at Christie’s New York Auction on 21st March 2007. Sale Number 1812, Lot No. 393.
Christie’s operate a twice yearly auction of Southeast Asian Art & Antiquities in New York in the months of March and September.
The Lot was described as: “Property of the Estate of Blanche Manso.
Eight paintings from a yantra.
Western India, 17th century.
Each side drawn with a chariot shape divided into blocks of text, numbered and labeled in the margins, decorated with bright pink, yellow and green on handmade paper.
4.25 x 8.25 in (10.8 x 20.9 cm.) each (8).
Provenance: From the Collection of Blanche Manso”
It carried an Auction estimate of USD 1,000 to USD 1,500 and sold for USD 960 (not including buyers premium...
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17th Century Archaistic Antique South Asian Paintings and Screens
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Paper
Indian Floral Still-Life from the Midcentury Period with Flowers and Calligraphy
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian vintage framed still-life of vertical format from the mid-20th century, with white, orange and blue flowers topped with calligraphy. Born in India during the mid-20th centu...
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Mid-20th Century South Asian Paintings and Screens
Materials
Wood, Paper
1950s Indian Mughal Paper Drawing of a Hunting Party on Antique Court Fee Stamp
Located in Marbella, ES
1950s Indian Mughal gouache colorful paper drawing of a hunting party on an antique court fee stamp official paper of the state of Jaipur.
Part of a l...
Category
Mid-20th Century South Asian Paintings and Screens
Materials
Paper
