Fine Indian Painting Gouache Harem Scene in Hardwood Inlaid Frame

19th century

Sold by Rams Head Antiques

Description

This is a superb antique Indian painting, extremely finely painted in gouache on parchment in the mid 19th Century. The painting depicts a harem scene with the emperor surrounded by his courtesans, enjoying fruit and wine in a fine throne. The painting is surrounded with calligraphy to the borders and is framed in a hardwood frame attractively inlaid with mother of pearl pieces.

The painting measures 40 cms by 29 cms including the frame.

UK insured delivery is £15

Physical Dimensions

Height

40cm (15.75")

Width

29cm (11.42")

Depth

2cm (0.79")

Declaration

Rams Head Antiques has dated this piece to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA687985

Dealers Notes

Rams Head Antiques is a family business based in Wolsingham in Weardale where we have had shop premises for 28 years. The shop is generally open every Saturday from 11 am till 3 pm.

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Description

This is a superb antique Indian painting, extremely finely painted in gouache on parchment in the mid 19th Century.