Lot 288
- 288
An episode from the Mahabharata, attributed to family workshop of Purkhu, India, Kangra, circa 1820
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- gouache on paper with ink
gouache heightened with gold on paper, devanagari identification inscriptions, narrow red border with black rules
Condition
condition generally good, some minor losses with associated retouching (colouring in), a thin crease line down centre, some discoloration, edges and corners with some creasing and associated light ware, as viewed.
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"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
This illustration from the Mahabharata is possibly a depiction of the scene after the marriage of Draupadi and Arjuna. Attributed to the family workshop of Purkhu, the master artist at the court of Raja Sansar Chand who ruled Kangra from 1775 to 1823.
The King of Panchala, the father of Draupadi and his son Drashtadumna are identified with an inscription along wiܫth the five Pandavas, Yudhishtara, Bhim, Arjuna, Nakula and Sahadeva, their mother Kunti and consort Draupadi. Within the composition the Pandavas are shown receiving Krishna and Balarama.
A related illustration is published in V. Dehejia, Devi: The Great Goddess: Female Divinity in South Asian Art, Freer and Arthur M. Sackler Gallery, 1999.