A seated portrait of Ram Chandra Lahiri, Dewan of Cooch Bewar (1829 - 1842, c. 1840 (opaque pigments heightened with gold on paper)

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A seated portrait of Ram Chandra Lahiri, Dewan of Cooch Bewar (1829 - 1842, c. 1840 (opaque pigments heightened with gold on paper)

7370330 A seated portrait of Ram Chandra Lahiri, Dewan of Cooch Bewar (1829 - 1842, c. 1840 (opaque pigments heightened with gold on paper) by Bengali School; 17.9 x 13.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: holding a hookah pipe in his left hand, identification inscription in black devanagari script above ram chandra lahiri cooch behar ka wazir, within polychrome floral margins and wide yellow border, mounted); Photo © Christie's Images

Media ID 31936665

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This print showcases a seated portrait of Ram Chandra Lahiri, the Dewan of Cooch Bewar from 1829 to 1842. Created around 1840 by the Bengali School, this artwork measures approximately 17.9 x 13.1 cm and is part of a private collection. In the portrait, Ram Chandra Lahiri is depicted holding a hookah pipe in his left hand, exuding an air of elegance and authority. The identification inscription in black devanagari script above him reads "Ram Chandra Lahiri Cooch Behar Ka Wazir" further emphasizing his prestigious position. The painting itself is executed with opaque pigments heightened with gold on paper, showcasing the skillful techniques employed by the artist. Surrounding the central figure are polychrome floral margins and a wide yellow border that add vibrancy to the composition. This photograph captures not only an exquisite piece of art but also provides insight into historical figures and their lifestyles during the early nineteenth century. It offers glimpses into cultural practices such as smoking addiction through Ram Chandra Lahiri's use of a hookah pipe and references to tobacco-related items like packets and boxes within the image. Overall, this remarkable portrait serves as both an artistic masterpiece and a valuable historical artifact that sheds light on Bengal's rich cultural heritage during this period.

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