Indian Miniature Paintings
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Maharaja Ranjit Singh Seated on a Terrace(detail)
By the Sikh school, India, Ca. mid-19th centuryAsian Gallery (Toyokan) Room 13
September 1, 2026 (Tue) - September 27, 2026 (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 |
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| Highlight | Nasir-ud-Daulah, Ruler (Nizam) of Hyderabad | Possibly by the Hyderabad school, India | Ca. mid-19th century | TA-647-45 | |||
| Highlight | Maharaja Ranjit Singh Seated on a Terrace | By the Sikh school, India | Ca. mid-19th century | TA-647-166 |