- 86
The artillerymen of Maharao Ram Singh II (r.1828-66), India, Kota, circa 1842-43
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- gouache on paper
black ink on paper, heightened with colour, cropped, framed
Condition
In good condition, the drawing is composed of associated pieces of paper joined together, folds and minor staining, restorations to the paper affecting mainly the borders, as viewed.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
This large scale drawing relates to another sold in these rooms, 23 May 2006, lot 96, attributed to the artists Kishan Das and Lacchi Ram. Kishan Das and Lacchi Ram were responsible for creating the monumental painting on cloth of Maharao Ram Singh II's Visit to Delhi, now in the Rao Madho Singh Trusts Museum, Kota (Welch 1985, pp.429-431, no.285 and Welch 1997, p.205, no.65). Like the painting and the other large drawing the current lot is probably also a depiction of Maharao Ram Singh's celebrated foray from Kota to Delhi undertaken between 1842-43. Here the Maharao's artillerymen are shown riding camels and horses pulling canon, alongside servants, cooks and soldiers, all part of the royal entourage. Ram Singh was a ruler with a witty sense of humour who encouraged his artists to record amusing and worthwhile moments during his outings. The artists' detailed observations are of great historical interest and provide an insight into the court and its environs.