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Birth of the Celestial Twins, Folio from a Harivamsha (Lineage of Vishnu), between c1585 and c1590. Creator: Unknown
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Birth of the Celestial Twins, Folio from a Harivamsha (Lineage of Vishnu), between c1585 and c1590. Creator: Unknown
Birth of the Celestial Twins, Folio from a Harivamsha (Lineage of Vishnu) Folio of Harivamsa made by mughal artist during Akbar time. It is appendix of Razmnama.(image 2 of 2), between c1585 and c1590
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Folio Harivamsa Hindu Hinduism Indian Subcontinent Moghul Mogul Mughal Mughal Empire Opaque Watercolor Gold And Ink On Paper Page South East Asia Southeast Asia Southeast Asian Lacma Los Angeles County Museum Of Art
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This exquisite folio, dating from between 1585 and 1590, is a testament to the rich artistic heritage of the Mughal Empire during the reign of Akbar. The image depicts the "Birth of the Celestial Twins" from the Harivamsha, a Sanskrit text that forms an appendix to the epic Razmnama. The scene is rendered in opaque watercolor, gold, and ink on paper, with intricate lettering that adds to the overall visual appeal. The Harivamsha narrates the lineage of Vishnu, the preserver deity in Hinduism, and this folio illustrates a significant moment in the text. The celestial twins, Ashwini Kumaras, are shown emerging from the womb of their mother, Ushas, the goddess of dawn. The twins are depicted as tiny figures, surrounded by a radiant aura, while their mother looks on with pride and joy. This folio is a prime example of the fusion of Hindu and Islamic artistic styles that characterized the Mughal period. The use of gold and intricate lettering is reminiscent of Islamic calligraphy, while the subject matter is distinctly Hindu. The image is also a reflection of the syncretic nature of the Mughal Empire, which embraced and celebrated the diverse religious and cultural traditions of the Indian subcontinent. The folio is currently housed at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), where it continues to inspire awe and admiration for its intricate beauty and historical significance. The image invites us to explore the rich artistic and cultural heritage of the Mughal Empire and the complex interplay of religious and artistic influences that shaped it.
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