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Pradyumna Enters the Palace of the Demon Sambar and Challenges him to Battle, page from a manuscript of the Bhagavata Purana

Pradyumna Enters the Palace of the Demon Sambar and Challenges him to Battle, page from a manuscript of the Bhagavata Purana, by Unknown, unspecified, 1775
Pradyumna Enters the Palace of the Demon Sambar and Challenges him to Battle, page from a manuscript of the Bhagavata Purana, by Unknown, unspecified, 1775

Pradyumna Enters the Palace of the Demon Sambar and Challenges him to Battle, page from a manuscript of the Bhagavata Purana is an unspecified painting by the Mughal Painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1775 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago. This painting is a page from a Bhagavata Purana manuscript, depicting a scene from Hindu mythology.

About this work

Overview

This painting is a page from a Bhagavata Purana manuscript, depicting a scene from Hindu mythology. It is a vibrant and dynamic work, filled with intricate details and colors.

Subject & Meaning

The scene shows Pradyumna, a figure from Hindu mythology, entering the palace of the demon Sambar and challenging him to battle. The narrative is drawn from the Bhagavata Purana, a key text in Hindu scripture.

Technique & Style

The painting is characterized by its use of bright colors and intricate patterns, with detailed depictions of traditional clothing and architectural designs. The composition is complex, with multiple figures and elements in motion.

Rukmini Seeks Krishna's Permission to Visit her Brother Rukma, page from a manuscript of the Bhagavata Purana
Rukmini Seeks Krishna's Permission to Visit her Brother Rukma, page from a manuscript of the Bhagavata Purana, Unknown

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

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Who painted Pradyumna Enters the Palace of the Demon Sambar and Challenges him to Battle, page from a manuscript of the Bhagavata Purana?

Pradyumna Enters the Palace of the Demon Sambar and Challenges him to Battle, page from a manuscript of the Bhagavata Purana was painted by Unknown in 1775.

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Pradyumna Enters the Palace of the Demon Sambar and Challenges him to Battle, page from a manuscript of the Bhagavata Purana is held by Art Institute of Chicago.

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Pradyumna Enters the Palace of the Demon Sambar and Challenges him to Battle, page from a manuscript of the Bhagavata Purana is associated with Mughal Painting.