India Rajput Painting Reproduction: Krishna Rides a Chariot - Fine Art Print

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India 'Rajput' Painting ReproductionsKrishna Rides a Chariot to save Rukminu , Book 10 - Bhagavata Purana Series, c. 1760Reproduction Size: 16 x 12 inchesFine Art ReproductionThis reproduction is a new, individually printed and proofed , superior quality, giclee* process, fine art print.It is printed on 100% cotton rag acid-free, heavyweight fine art paper with a luxurious textured watercolor paper finish and archival pigment inks to ensure permanence.Created for collectors, it IS NOT A POSTER or mass produced print on low quality, inexpensive paper .Indian paintings have a very long history beginning essentially as religious illustrations, then developing over the centuries to become a fusion depicting the various cultures and traditions that spread across the Indian subcontinent. Evolving from small manuscript illustrations to miniature masterpieces often no larger than 6-10 inches in height or width, they lent themselves to private contemplation and enjoyment to be shared within a prince’s intimate circle.During 12th to 17th centuries miniature painting flourished. Known as “Rajput miniature painting ", it represented a style of unique detail, color and beauty. The subjects of these miniature paintings were both religious and literary often representing folk tales and love stories of the Indian gods.In Rajput paintings human characters read more