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Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India (11)

19th Century Ceremonial Necklace from Rajasthan Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India: Pre 1900 item# 935760 (stock# 61-32)
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This exotic 19th century sterling silver ceremonial necklace from the opulent past of Rajasthan was once part of the collection of a high ranking Rajput family, most likely worn by a senior member of the clan on festival days. It is 92 percent sterling with a weight of 255 grams. Central to the imagery is a large disc formed by a crouching lion with an unusual extended hinged tongue that wags from side to side as the necklace wearer moves. Spreading to the left and right below the disc are ante ...click for details

Sterling Silver Rajput Cuff Bracelet Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India: Pre 1900 item# 766765 (stock# 61-26)
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This handsome 19th century sterling silver cuff bracelet with a symbolic Hindu design from Rajasthan is both a collector's item and an unusual piece of wearable jewelry. The sterling weight is 240 grams. Hindu imagery is repeated in five linear segments arranged around the cuff. Leading the iconic parade is the Hindu Goddess Kali, seen as the head of the sacred cow. Next is an antelope, symbol of nature and king of the animals, followed by a lion, emblem of strength and protection. Most like ...click for details

Terracotta Votive Plaque 8th Century India or Burma Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India: Pre 1492 item# 706592 (stock# 62-47)
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This votive plaque from the 8th century or earlier could have originated in India or could be an early Pyu/Pagan piece from Burma. The position of the Buddha, with legs and feet in bhadrasana position, indicate Indian origin, however, early Burmese Pyu/Pagan period plaques were copied directly from Indian examples. In all the terracotta tablets that we have seen recovered from sites in Burma, the Buddha figure, unlike this one, is seated in padmasana or lotus position with right hand in bhumispa ...click for details

Rajasthani Miniature Painting of Royal Picnic Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India: Pre 1920 item# 639372 (stock# 61-44)
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From Rajasthan, painted in the Mewar style, this miniature depicts two members of a royal household on a picnic. They are attended by three servants--one whisking away flying insects, one pouring wine from a flask and the third holding another flask. The seated couple are sharing a cup of wine. All five figures stand out in stark contrast to the dark gray/green forest that surrounds them. Two lines of Urdu calligraphy float in gold-colored paint across the top of the miniature. This early 20th ...click for details

Royal Portraits, Pair of Mughal Miniatures Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India: Pre 1900 item# 558522 (stock# 61-40, 43)
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The splendor and sophistication of the Delhi court 300 years ago are reflected in this pair of Indian miniatures of a king and queen of Delhi. Painted in the mid-19th century, the portraits memorialize Delhi's past rulers in classic Mughal style. The king, dressed in gold, purple and peach finery, is shown holding a small red book. Two panels above the portrait repeat images of his elaborate headpiece and the book. Panels below show his royal slippers and two flowers. The colors of the queen ...click for details

Chased Repousse Silver Krishna Necklace Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India: Pre 1910 item# 427080 (stock# 61-31)
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An important example of early 20th century workmanship of India's Jain minority, this sterling silver necklace is designed around iconic figures in high relief. Krishna, the central figure, is depicted as a cowherd leaning against one of his cattle as he plays his flute. A three-headed serpent hovers over the deity and he is flanked by ten finely detailed peacocks that curve upward to form the sides of the necklace. Five hanging clusters of beads give lightness and movement to the piece. Thi ...click for details

19th Century Sterling Silver Peacock Necklace Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India: Pre 1900 item# 417570 (stock# 61-30)
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A beautifully crafted piece of jewelry from Rajasthan in North India, this sterling silver necklace has finely embossed images of 44 peacocks and is itself shaped to resemble a fanned peacock tail. From the late 19th century, the necklace is made of 92.5 percent pure silver and weighs 240 grams. Judging by its weight, regal design and motif of the peacock, national bird of India, this was a ceremonial piece and most likely was worn by a man. Eight vertical plates with peacocks and flowers in gra ...click for details

Rajput Silver Peacock Comb Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India: Pre 1920 item# 416134 (stock# 61-27)
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Two peacocks perch smartly atop this early 20th century silver comb from the state of Rajasthan in North India. The handle is a reservoir for scented oil dispensed in small amounts as the comb is drawn through the hair. A cap between the peacocks screws out to allow the handle cavity to be filled. Etchings, each centered with a different flower and surrounded by foliage, cover both sides of the handle. The peacocks, Hindu symbol of immortality, give this unusual piece the regal Rajasthani look. ...click for details

Silver Necklace, Seven Ganesh Images Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India: Pre 1920 item# 415354 (stock# 61-29)
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Seven images of Ganesha (Ganesh), god of wisdom, bringer of luck and clearer of obstacles, are embossed on the seven silver pentagon plates that form this early 20th century necklace. The weight of this piece is 85 grams. It originated in the north Indian state of Rajasthan and is 92.5 percent pure silver. Fashioned in a clever manner that gives the necklace flexibility to fit comfortably, the five-sided silver images are strung top and bottom on hidden leather cords that run through silver tube ...click for details

Rajput Miniature, Maharajah of Jaipur Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India: Pre 1900 item# 398600 (stock# 61-42)
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An Indian miniature that shows the strong influence of Mughal style on Rajasthani painting, this work depicts Sawai Man Singh, who was the Maharajah of Jaipur more than 200 years ago. The exquisite work has beautiful detail in the gold designs on the sword and the floral patterns on the shoes, scarf and hem of the robe. Small gold designs cover the orange robe, and fine gold lines radiate from a green nimbus. These rich colors are enhanced by a narrow black border with delicate gold scrolling th ...click for details

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