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A beautiful vintage Indian devotional print depicting Goddess Saraswati, the Hindu goddess of knowledge, music, learning and the arts.
Saraswati is portrayed holding her veena, seated upon her sacred white bird against a dramatic celestial landscape. Below, a serene lake with swans and blooming lotus flowers creates a richly atmospheric setting. The dark background, detailed jewellery, traditional attire and delicate architectural landscape give the artwork an especially striking period character.
The original lower margin retains important printed details:
Title: Saraswati
Subject: Goddess Saraswati
Published by: Jaidyalmall Ram Gopal, Chandni Chowk, Delhi
Printed by: Lakshmibilas Press, Calcutta
Medium: Vintage colour devotional print on paper
Origin: India
Period: Early–mid 20th century
Presentation: Mounted in an old decorative period frame
Condition: Original vintage condition with natural age-related toning, minor marks, creases and wear consistent with its age. Please refer to the photographs for exact condition.
The survival of the original publisher and printer inscriptions makes this considerably more interesting than a later reproduction. Lakshmibilas Press, Calcutta appears on a number of early Indian devotional and decorative colour prints, while the Chandni Chowk publishing attribution adds further historical character.
A wonderful collectible for lovers of Indian religious art, vintage calendar art, early Indian printing, Saraswati imagery and heritage interiors.
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