India, Rajasthan, Udaipur (Mewar), XIXᵉ century - Lot 246

India, Rajasthan, Udaipur (Mewar), XIXᵉ century Full-length portrait of Maharana Bhim Singh of Mewar (r. 1778-1828) Opaque pigments on paper 33 × 23 cm Tears and scratches In profile against a plain green background, dressed and adorned in the fashion of the Mughal court, with the exception of the mewari turban - a symbol of his regional identity - and holding a sword, the sovereign is shown in a solemn posture emphasizing his rank and princely authority. Provenance: Belgian private collection: Belgian private collection Bibliography: Published and reproduced in Armand Neven, "Miniatures Rajputes," Brussels, Galerie Claude Jongen, December 15, 1977 - January 28, 1978, published by Brussels Art Group s.a., no. 187. A standing portrait of Maharana Bhim Singh of Mewar (r. 1778-1828), opaque pigments on paper, dressed in Mughal court attire, with a distinctive Mewari-type turban, Udaipur, Mewar, North India, 19th century.