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The Goddess Bhadrakali Manifests in a Sunlike Orb, ca. 1660–70. Beetles form parts of Bhadrakali's headdress.

Featured on PDR in the collection Beetle Carapaces in Basohli Miniature Paintings (ca. 1660–1700)

Rising to prominence in the seventeenth century, the Basohli School of painting is particularly known for its vibrant use of color and inventive textural elements — including iridescent beetle carapaces.

The Goddess Bhadrakali Manifests in a Sunlike Orb

Date

ca. 1660-70


Underlying Rights

Public Domain Worldwide

Digital Rights

No Additional Rights


  • Available in size petite
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  • Archival inks on high grade art paper
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Image Size

1500 x 1558