Lot 483 - A217AS Asian Art: Japan, India, South-East Asia, Islamic Art - Tuesday, 16. June 2026, 03.00 PM
AN ILLUSTRATION FROM A DEVI MAHATMYA SERIES
(India, Kangra or Guler, circa 1820)
Depiction of a scene from the Hindu epic Devi Mahatmya, in which the goddesses Durga and Kali attack the demonic armies of Shumbha and Nishumbha. The goddesses ride their vahanas (mounts), including elephants and lions, and face a vast horde of demons.
Gouache on paper.
Slightly rubbed and soiled.
Miniature: 14.2 × 19.5 cm.
Gouache on paper.
Slightly rubbed and soiled.
Miniature: 14.2 × 19.5 cm.
CHF 5 000 / 7 000 | (€ 5 150 / 7 220)
Sold for CHF 10 625 (including buyer's premium)