Indian Miniature Hunting Scene Painting with Floral & Black Borders
$1,874.95
Rajput-Style – 20th century
Product Information
Dimensions
Condition
Product Information
This exquisite Indian miniature painting, deeply rooted in the Rajput school of art, encapsulates the grandeur and intricacy of traditional storytelling on a visual canvas. Rendered on Wasli paper with natural pigments and gouache, the artwork is an epitome of minute detailing that Indian miniatures are renowned for. Set against a black ground border, which strikingly offsets the vibrant hues within, the painting is enveloped by floral borders that exude an air of royalty and sophistication. These intricately designed floral motifs often represent the union of art and nature, a feature commonly found in Deccani and Mughal artworks. The core narrative of the painting is a hunting scene, a genre often associated with portraiture of nobility and depictions of court life.
The central figures are mounted on majestic steeds, in pursuit of a deer through a lush forest. The hunters are garbed in colorful, ornate attire, reminiscent of the fabled Rajput and Mughal courts. Their facial expressions are skillfully captured to emanate a sense of focus and nobility. Animals and flora in the backdrop are rendered with meticulous attention to detail, capturing the essence of the natural world—a hallmark of Pahari paintings. The use of perspective defies the linear conventions found in Western art, making the spatial arrangement uniquely Indian. The deer, the object of the hunt, is not just a mere animal in this painting but symbolizes the beauty and vulnerability of nature, encapsulating themes that could be seen as an extension of the cultural and spiritual themes found in Indian art.
What adds a layer of magnificence to this painting is the illumination technique, where traces of gold and silver lend a subtle yet impactful glowing effect, enhancing the richness of the narrative. While the painting doesn’t directly depict scenes from Hindu epics like the Ramayana or Mahabharata, it channels the same aesthetic sensibilities and skills that artists employ when illustrating these sacred manuscripts. Whether you’re an avid art collector or someone simply captivated by the splendor of traditional Indian crafts, this painting serves as an epitome of the elaborate and multi-dimensional world of Indian miniature art.
The central figures are mounted on majestic steeds, in pursuit of a deer through a lush forest. The hunters are garbed in colorful, ornate attire, reminiscent of the fabled Rajput and Mughal courts. Their facial expressions are skillfully captured to emanate a sense of focus and nobility. Animals and flora in the backdrop are rendered with meticulous attention to detail, capturing the essence of the natural world—a hallmark of Pahari paintings. The use of perspective defies the linear conventions found in Western art, making the spatial arrangement uniquely Indian. The deer, the object of the hunt, is not just a mere animal in this painting but symbolizes the beauty and vulnerability of nature, encapsulating themes that could be seen as an extension of the cultural and spiritual themes found in Indian art.
What adds a layer of magnificence to this painting is the illumination technique, where traces of gold and silver lend a subtle yet impactful glowing effect, enhancing the richness of the narrative. While the painting doesn’t directly depict scenes from Hindu epics like the Ramayana or Mahabharata, it channels the same aesthetic sensibilities and skills that artists employ when illustrating these sacred manuscripts. Whether you’re an avid art collector or someone simply captivated by the splendor of traditional Indian crafts, this painting serves as an epitome of the elaborate and multi-dimensional world of Indian miniature art.
Dimensions
The frame measures 18.5 x 22.5 inches.
Condition
The frame has minor wear. The painting is in overall fine condition.
Related Products
