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A Royal Figure and Several Courtesans Engaged in Amorous Activities

A Royal Figure and Several Courtesans Engaged in Amorous Activities

Indian

The fragmentary drawing depicts a royal figure engaging in amorous activities with three courtesans. The royal figure’s status is indicated by the bejeweled turban ornament. On the left is a partial rendering of a pair of hands holding up a mirror to the royal figure. Rajput style, Kota school.

Green-brown ink on blue-gray paper; pricked; Rajput Style, Kota School

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