Lot 267: An Indian Painting of the Holy Kaaba, Mecca,...
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An Indian Painting of the Holy Kaaba, Mecca, 19th Century.
A finely rendered Indian devotional painting depicting the Holy Kaaba at the centre of Masjid al-Haram, surrounded by the traditional colonnades and minarets of the sacred precinct. The artist presents an expansive panoramic view of Mecca, with densely arranged historic buildings and rolling hills in the background, executed in delicate washes of colour and detailed architectural linework. The Kaaba stands prominently at the heart of the composition, anchoring the spiritual focus of the scene.
Approximately 44 x 31.5cm
Provenance: Private collection from a distinguished W London lady
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