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Antique Bhairava Miniature Painting on Kotah State Stamp Paper – Rajasthan, India – Paintings & Drawings
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Antique Bhairava Miniature Painting on Kotah State Stamp Paper – Rajasthan, India

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Physical Dimensions & Status Height: 33.1 cm | Width: 21.5 cm | Technique: Gouache on historical stamp paper Unique historical artwork — definitively not available again after sale. This authentic Rajasthan miniature depicts Bhairava, the powerful Tantric manifestation of Shiva, painted on original fiscal stamp paper from the former princely state of Kotah (Kota State). The combination of religious painting and historical administrative document makes this a special collector's item that brings together art, spirituality, and history. The original blind stamp, handwritten administrative text, and official markings on the reverse side give this work exceptional documentary value. A fascinating object for collectors of Indian miniatures, manuscripts, and religious art. ✓ Authentic Rajasthan Miniature: Hand-painted using traditional gouache technique. ✓ Historical Medium: Executed on original fiscal stamp paper from Kotah State. ✓ Documentary Value: Reverse side with original blind stamp, administrative text, serial number, and official markings. ✓ Religious Iconography: Depiction of Bhairava with dog, trishula, damaru, and ritual offering cup. ✓ Rare Combination: Historical government document and religious folk art united in one object. ✓ Includes: Official certificate of authenticity from 1stbuddha. Bhairava & the Rajasthan Tradition Bhairava is one of the most powerful manifestations of Shiva and is revered within Hinduism as a protector of sacred places, a destroyer of negativity, and a guardian of spiritual knowledge. His depictions played an important role within Tantric and devotional traditions in North India. Bhairava: Symbolizes protection, transformation, courage, and the triumph over fear and negative influences. The Dog: His loyal companion symbolizes loyalty, vigilance, and the guardianship of sacred places. Ritual Attributes: The trishula (trident), damaru (ritual drum), and offering cup refer to the creative, protective, and transformative powers of Shiva. Reuse of Stamp Paper: Within Rajasthan, historical administrative documents were regularly reused as a medium for religious paintings, uniquely bringing together art and history. Authenticity & Historical Documentation The combination of the original painting and the historical stamp paper makes this object particularly interesting for both art and document collectors. Historical Stamp Paper: Original fiscal document from the former princely state of Kotah, dating from before India's independence. Original Markings: The reverse side shows a blind stamp, handwritten Devanagari text, serial number, and official administrative notes. Traditional Gouache: The depiction is hand-painted using vibrant mineral and plant pigments. Cultural Heritage: The combination of religious art and historical document reflects a unique form of reuse within the Rajasthan tradition. Fair Collector's Condition: The work exhibits authentic signs of age and use consistent with both the document and the painting. Specifications Subject: Bhairava with dog Origin: Rajasthan, India Technique: Gouache on historical fiscal stamp paper Document Period: Pre-1947 Dimensions: 33.1 × 21.5 cm Medium: Original Kotah State stamp paper Special Features: Blind stamp, administrative text, serial number, and official markings present. Condition: Good authentic condition with signs of age and use consistent with its age and original purpose. Additional details: - Brand: 1stbuddha - Style: Rajasthan - Style: Indiase miniatuur - Style: Volkskunst - Material: Gouache - Material: Zegelpapier - Material: Minerale pigmenten - Material: Plantaardige pigmenten - Period: Vóór 1947 - availability: in_stock - product_type: Muurkunst
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