Deccan Collection

Fight with Ghatotkacha, Scene From the Story of Babhruvahana... c1850. Creator: Unknown
Fight with Ghatotkacha, Scene From the Story of Babhruvahana, Folio from a Mahabharata ([War of the] Great Bharatas), c1850

Raksh Saves Rustam from a Lioness, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), c1500. Creator: Unknown
Raksh Saves Rustam from a Lioness, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), c1500

Franciscan Monk, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Franciscan Monk, 18th century

The Fortress of Dowlatabad in the Deccan, India Date: 1857-1858

Portrait of an Aged Courtier, c. 1680. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of an Aged Courtier, c. 1680

Buckle with Incised Petal Pattern, 17th / 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Buckle with Incised Petal Pattern, 17th/18th century

Dagger with Tiger-Head Pommel, , 17th / 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Dagger with Tiger-Head Pommel, , 17th/18th century

Ewer with Engraved Fish Scale Pattern, Inscribed in Persian with the name " Khairullah", Early 18th century

Fitted Chest with Floral and Grape-Leaf Motifs, 18th / 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Fitted Chest with Floral and Grape-Leaf Motifs, 18th/19th century

Globular Huqqa Base with Floral Design, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Globular Huqqa Base with Floral Design, 19th century

Ceremonial Standard ( Alam), 17th / 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Ceremonial Standard ( Alam), 17th/18th century

Krishnas Fifth and Sixth Avatars, page from a copy of the Gitagovinda of Jayaveda, late 17th century

Woman Grasping Tree Branch, 18th / 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Woman Grasping Tree Branch, 18th/19th century

Portrait of Prince Azam Shah, late 17th / early 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Prince Azam Shah, late 17th/early 18th century

Carved Panel with Mythical Birds, Late 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Carved Panel with Mythical Birds, Late 16th century

Walking Elephant with Floral Caparison, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Walking Elephant with Floral Caparison, 17th century

Portrait of a Noble, 18th century (gouache on paper)
1196820 Portrait of a Noble, 18th century (gouache on paper) by Deccani School, (18th Century); 21x14 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian, out of copyright

Caucasian Race, Hindoos (coloured engraving)
3650053 Caucasian Race, Hindoos (coloured engraving) by Williams, J.L. (c.1815-77) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caucasian Race, Hindoos)

Ethnology (engraving)
3650031 Ethnology (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ethnology. Typical examples of the principal races of mankind)

Bhairavi Ragini, c. 1760 (paint and gold on paper)
5615467 Bhairavi Ragini, c.1760 (paint and gold on paper) by Mughal School (18th century); 31x21 cm; Narodni Galerie, Prague

Feeding the Poor at Aurangabad, Deccan (litho)
1042414 Feeding the Poor at Aurangabad, Deccan (litho) by Paget, Henry Marriott (1856-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Feeding the Poor at Aurangabad, Deccan)

Kola Dancers. India
Vintage 19th century photograph: Kola tribal dancers, Munda-speaking peoples, NE India

A Hindu love story of Manshar and Madh, c. 1730 (Gouache)
1766459 A Hindu love story of Manshar and Madh, c.1730 (Gouache) by Deccani School, (18th Century); 21.6x14.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Hindu love story of Manshar and Madh)

A page from the Persian manuscript Aja ib al-Makhluqat wa Ghara
1196828 A page from the Persian manuscript Aja ib al-Makhluqat wa Ghara ib al-Maujudat (Marvels of Creatures and Strange Things Existing), c

A Monstrous Serpent Devouring the Royal Fleet, c. 1670-1690 (illuminated manuscript)
1196764 A Monstrous Serpent Devouring the Royal Fleet, c.1670-1690 (illuminated manuscript) by Indian School, (17th century); 39.5x23.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian

A Postman in the Deccan Plateau of India, late 19th century (colour litho)
488383 A Postman in the Deccan Plateau of India, late 19th century (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The House of Bijapur, c. 1680 (ink, opaque watercolor, gold, and silver on paper)
3615959 The House of Bijapur, c.1680 (ink, opaque watercolor, gold, and silver on paper) by Deccani School, (17th century); 41.3x32.5 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

View of Sassoor, in the Deccan (engraving)
3638817 View of Sassoor, in the Deccan (engraving) by Purser, William (c.1790-1852); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of Sassoor, in the Deccan)

Emerald sarpech, Deccan, mid-18th century (emeralds, diamonds, enamel & yellow gold)
6090299 Emerald sarpech, Deccan, mid-18th century (emeralds, diamonds, enamel & yellow gold) by Indian School, (18th century); 36.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Fortress of Daulatabad in the Deccan (engraving)
3626663 The Fortress of Daulatabad in the Deccan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fortress of Daulatabad in the Deccan)

On the Way to India (engraving)
1049376 On the Way to India (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the Way to India. Illustration for The Graphic)

The Visit of the Viceroy of India to Hyderabad and the Deccan (engraving)
1047810 The Visit of the Viceroy of India to Hyderabad and the Deccan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Emerald sarpech, Deccan, mid-18th century (emeralds, diamonds, enamel & yellow gold)
6090298 Emerald sarpech, Deccan, mid-18th century (emeralds, diamonds, enamel & yellow gold) by Indian School, (18th century); 36.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Mythical peacock with a womans head, Hyderabad, c. 1750 (opaque w / c & gold on paper)
3964116 Mythical peacock with a womans head, Hyderabad, c.1750 (opaque w/c & gold on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 20.9x11.7 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

Kedara Ragini, c. 1760 (paint and gold on paper)
5615458 Kedara Ragini, c.1760 (paint and gold on paper) by Mughal School (18th century); 31.5x21.9 cm; Narodni Galerie, Prague

Text of Rustam and Suhrab, from the Shah-nama of Firdausi (Persian, c. 934-1020), c. 1610. This page of text from the jewel-like copy of the Shah-nama made in the southern Indian city of Bijapur

Radha and Krishna Embracing, Leaf from a Gita Govinda, c. 1650. Creator: Unknown
Radha and Krishna Embracing, Leaf from a Gita Govinda, c. 1650

Gujari Ragini (Krishna with Gopis Playing the Flute), from a Ragamala Series"
Gujari Ragini (Krishna with Gopis Playing the Flute), from a " Ragamala Series", mid 1700s

Group Portrait of Rajas Surrounded by the Courtly Retinue, c. 1700-20. Creator: Unknown
Group Portrait of Rajas Surrounded by the Courtly Retinue, c. 1700-20. This large and rare painting represents a southern Indian genre of portraiture influenced by works from the imperial Mughal

From Dohras (Songs) 40 and 36 from the Kitab-i Nauras of Sultan Ibrahim Adil Shah II, 1618

A Rajput Warrior with Camel, Possibly Maru Ragini from a Ragamala, 1650-80. Creator: Unknown
A Rajput Warrior with Camel, Possibly Maru Ragini from a Ragamala, 1650-80

A princess with attendants on a terrace, c. 1720-1730. Creator: Unknown
A princess with attendants on a terrace, c. 1720-1730

A marbled picture of Rustam catching Rakhsh, c. 1650. Creator: Shafi (Indian, active about 1650)
A marbled picture of Rustam catching Rakhsh, c. 1650. This scene depicts the young hero Rustam catching a foal, Rakhsh (meaning " light" )

A prince riding a composite elephant, c. 1590. Creator: Unknown
A prince riding a composite elephant, c. 1590. A prince sits cross-legged in a covered howdah seat secured to the back of a royal elephant with golden rings on its tusks

Bijan killing the wild boars of Irman, from a Shah-nama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi (Persian, about 934-1020), c. 1610

Bed cover with floral medallion pattern, late 1600s to early 1700s. Creator: Unknown
Bed cover with floral medallion pattern, late 1600s to early 1700s. The quilted cotton ground of this beautiful floor cover is embroidered with shimmering gilt-metal thread that enriches the central

From Dohras (Songs) 40 and 42 from the Kitab-i Nauras (Book of Nine Essences)... 1618
From Dohras (Songs) 40 and 42 from the Kitab-i Nauras (Book of Nine Essences) of Sultan Ibrahim Adil Shah II of Bijapur (r)

Calligraphy, c. 1640-1660. Creator: Unknown
Calligraphy, c. 1640-1660. The text of the poem praises the season of spring, with mystical undertones. The Persian verses are written from right to left in the cursive form of Arabic script known as

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Discover the enchanting beauty of Deccan, India through its rich history and exquisite art. The Fortress of Dowlatabad stands tall as a testament to the region's architectural marvels. Step into the past with a portrait of an aged courtier, his wise eyes reflecting years of experience and wisdom. Marvel at the intricate details on a buckle adorned with an incised petal pattern, showcasing the craftsmanship that flourished in the 17th/18th century. A dagger with a tiger-head pommel evokes images of valor and strength, reminding us of Deccan's vibrant warrior culture. An ewer engraved with fish scale patterns bears Persian inscriptions, whispering tales from distant lands. Open a fitted chest adorned with floral and grape-leaf motifs to uncover hidden treasures within. Admire a globular huqqa base intricately designed with delicate floral motifs, transporting you to another era where leisurely smoking sessions were cherished moments. Witness the grandeur of a ceremonial standard (Alam), symbolizing devotion and spirituality. Immerse yourself in mythology as you explore pages from Jayaveda's Gitagovinda depicting Krishna's fifth and sixth avatars - stories that have captivated hearts for centuries. Encounter an unknown woman grasping onto a tree branch; her mysterious gaze invites contemplation about life's mysteries. Gaze upon Prince Azam Shah in his regal attire; this portrait captures his noble lineage and charisma during late 17th/early 18th century Deccan. Finally, be enchanted by carved panels featuring mythical birds soaring across time - their presence adding whimsy to any space they adorn. Deccan beckons you to embark on an extraordinary journey through its captivating landscapes, awe-inspiring architecture, and timeless artistry that will leave you spellbound at every turn.