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A Lady prepares for a rendezvous with her Lover
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- A Lady prepares for a rendezvous with her Lover
- Attributed to artist Bhatti Dana
- Opaque watercolor heightened with gold on paper
- image 14 by 9 5/8 in. (35.5 by 24.5 cm) unframed
In the foreground a nimbated lady sits by a pool as she is carefully groomed by her attendants in preparation for her tryst with her lover in a lush garden at center. A flowing stream acts as a pictorial device separating the scene from the backdrop of a hill fort and city seen in the receding distance.
The features of the lady's companion, also nimbated, bear a close resemblance to Raja Man Singh (r. 1804-1834). It was common for rulers to be portrayed in idealized roles such as Radha and Krishna, which seems to be the case in the present image.
For other paintings from Jodhpur see D. Diamond et al, Garden and Cosmos, The Royal Paintings of Jodhpur, Washington DC, 2008.
The features of the lady's companion, also nimbated, bear a close resemblance to Raja Man Singh (r. 1804-1834). It was common for rulers to be portrayed in idealized roles such as Radha and Krishna, which seems to be the case in the present image.
For other paintings from Jodhpur see D. Diamond et al, Garden and Cosmos, The Royal Paintings of Jodhpur, Washington DC, 2008.
Condition
Fairly good overall condition. Retouching and repainting to the two unclothed ladies on the lower left. Abrasions to pigment in the area of the pool and railings at the bottom, in some areas of the foliage at center particularly adjoining the faces of the lovers at middle left, and in the areas of the sky on the top, all clearly visible in catalogue illustration. This lot is exhibited in a temporary frame.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.