Indian Miniature Paintings
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Woman Pulling a Thorn from Her Foot (Vrikshika Nayika), By the Jaipur school, India, Second half of the 19th century
Asian Gallery (Toyokan) Room 13
January 2, 2024 (Tue) - January 28, 2024 (Sun)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.
| Designation | Name | Creation/ Excavation/ Provenance |
Period | Acquisition/ Ownership/ Accession Number |
CMT | ||
| Highlight | "Nayaka" Aiming a Bow and Arrow with a "Nayika" on His Lap | By the Bikaner school, India | Start of the 18th century | TA-647-85 | |||
| Highlight | Woman Pulling a Thorn from Her Foot ("Vrikshika Nayika") | By the Jaipur school, India | Second half of the 19th century | TA-647-160 |