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Indian Framed Reverse Glass Painting of Maharajah

Offered by: Susan Silver Antiques

Description
Indian reverse glass painting of a maharajah and his wife in the original gilded frame. Painting on glass was introduced into India in the 18th century by itinerant Chinese artists and was generally a middle class art form. Glass paintings done for the rulers were of aristocrats and their mistresses. Pictures for the middle class were of deities. There are two others available in the same size frames.

More Information

Origin:	India
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Glass, Paint, Gilded frame
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use.
Creation Date:	1880
Styles / Movements:	Folk Art, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	6646
Incollect Reference #:	418127

Dimensions

W.	10.25 in;	H.	15 in;	D.	0.5 in;
W.	26.04 cm;	H.	38.1 cm;	D.	1.27 cm;

Message from Seller:

Susan Silver Antiques, located in Sheffield, Massachusetts, offers a carefully curated selection of 18th and 19th-century Georgian and Regency furniture and accessories. For inquiries, contact us at 413-229-8169 or susan@susansilverantiques.com.