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rare vintage Indian mythological print depicting the celebrated Draupadi Swayamvar episode from the Mahabharata.
The composition shows the dramatic archery challenge of the swayamvar, with the elevated fish target positioned above and the archer attempting the legendary feat while kings, nobles, sages and assembled spectators observe the contest.
The original artwork itself is titled “DROPADI SWAYAMBER”, preserving the period spelling used by the publisher. The image is surrounded by a decorative red printed border and retains its original publisher, printer and copyright markings beneath the artwork.
This is an especially interesting collectible for enthusiasts of Indian mythological prints, Mahabharata iconography, early Lahore printing history and vintage South Asian religious art.
Original Printed Details
Subject: Draupadi Swayamvar
Printed Title: DROPADI SWAYAMBER
Hindi Title: द्रोपदी स्वयंवर
Serial / Catalogue No.: K No. 14 B
Published by: Punjab Dharmic Pictures Mfg. Co.
Location: Anarkali, Lahore
Printer’s Imprint: Arorbans Press & Block Makers & Printers, Anarkali Lahore
Copyright: “All Rights Strictly Reserved by the Publishers”
Theme: Mahabharata / Indian Mythology
Orientation: Portrait
Presentation: Vintage framed print
Scene & Iconography
The image represents one of the best-known episodes of the Mahabharata: Draupadi’s swayamvar, where contestants were required to complete a difficult archery challenge involving a suspended fish target.
The composition includes:
Central archer attempting the challenge
Suspended fish target above
Royal spectators and competing princes
Sages and seated holy men
Draupadi and attendants in the background
Palace/court architecture
Traditional costume and jewellery
Decorative period typography and border
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