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Painting of Maharaja Mohinder Singh (alt. spelt as Mahendra Singh) of Patiala State, ca.1870–1876 — Unknown authorUnknown author

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Painting of Maharaja Mohinder Singh (alt. spelt as Mahendra Singh) of Patiala State, ca.1870–1876

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Painting of Maharaja Mohinder Singh (alt. spelt as Mahendra Singh) of Patiala State. Place of Origin: India, Punjab state, former kingdom of Patiala Date: 1870-1876 Materials: Opaque watercolors and gold on paper Dimensions: H. 12 1/4 in x W. 9 1/2 in, H. 31.1 cm x W. 24.1 cm (image); H. 15 1/2 in x W. 12 1/4 in, H. 39.4 cm x W. 31.1 cm (overall) Credit Line: Gift of the Kapany Collection Department: South Asian Art Collection: Painting Object Number: 1998.106 Not On View Note: The name of the maharaja is spelt in various ways, such as Mohinder, Mahinder, Mahendra, Mohindra, and other spellings exist.

Artist / MakerUnknown authorUnknown author
Dateca.1870–1876
Culture / OriginSikh miniature painting
Dimensions647×800 px (digital)
DepartmentMiniature Painting
TypeManuscript painting
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