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Framed Indian Miniature Painting on Court Fee Document
Lot 24

Framed Indian Miniature Painting on Court Fee Document

Estimate: $10 - $10,000
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A framed Indian miniature painting depicting a Mughal-style couple in an embrace, painted on a repurposed Jaipur State court fee document dated 1909. The paper bears official seals and handwritten notations in Hindi and Persian/Urdu script. The painting, highlighted in blue and gold tones, is set again a detailed hilly landscape with lotus flowers in blood. The work is mounted with a blue mat and presented in a gilt frame with protective glass, frame labeled “Beaux-Cadres, Se-Eustache” on the verse. Piece is in good condition. Please see photos for additional details. Dimensions: 13.75 x 18.5 x 1.5 inWeight: 2.6 lbsShelf: 41B

Condition

All items show signs of wear consistent with age and use. The absence of specific condition notes does not imply the item is in perfect condition or free from defects. Please review all photos carefully before bidding.

Overall Dimensions
Height: 1.50 in
Width: 18.50 in
Depth: 13.75 in
Weight: 2.60

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Provenance: From a private collection. Additional provenance, if known, is listed in the lot description. Block Auction House makes no guarantees regarding provenance unless stated in writing.