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Depiction of Guru Nanak’s birth from a Janamsakhi painting
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Depiction of Guru Nanak's birth from a Janamsakhi painting. The painting shows the Muslim midwife Daultan, Mehta Kalu (Guru Nanak's father) holding baby Nanak, and lastly Pandit Hardayal. Depiction of Guru Nanak's birth from a Janamsakhi painting. The painting shows the Muslim midwife Daultan [Daultan Dai, also spelt as 'Daulatan'], Mehta Kalu (Guru Nanak's father) holding baby Nanak, and lastly Pandit Hardayal [alt. spelt as 'Hardyal'].
| Artist / Maker | Unknown authorUnknown author |
|---|---|
| Date | 17th, 18th, or 19th century |
| Culture / Origin | Sikh miniature painting |
| Dimensions | 750×599 px (digital) |
| Department | Miniature Painting |
| Type | Manuscript painting |
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