Indian Miniature Paintings
"Indian Miniature Paintings"
Asian Gallery (Toyokan) Room 13 September 8, 2020 (Tue) - October 11, 2020 (Sun)
Krishna Lifting Govardhana Mountain (detail), By Bikaner school, Second half of 18th century
The art of “miniature painting” is one of India’s best-known genres. These paintings use elaborate brushwork and vibrant colors to depict a variety of themes, including: Indian myths, Hindu gods, portraits of kings, scenes from history, and love stories. Miniature paintings can also be enjoyed for their distinct regional styles that reflect India’s rich history of cultural diversity.
Major Work(s) on Exhibit 1 results
| Designation | Name | Amount | Creation Excavation | Period | Acquisition Ownership | Comment | |
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Krishna Lifting Mount Govardhana | By the Bikaner school, India | Second half of 18th century | TA-647-81 |
