Objects of art, Oriental art and curiosities
A large Picchvai from the Annakuta festival, Rajasthan, probably mid-to-late 19th century, 179.5x123 cm
Collection of the Swiss Ambassador Paul André Ramseyer
A similar painting was sold at Christie’s, New York, on 28 March 2024, lot 95.
Description
A large Picchvai from the Annakuta festival, Rajasthan, probably mid-to-late 19th century, 179.5x123 cm
Collection of the Swiss Ambassador Paul André Ramseyer
A similar painting was sold at Christie’s, New York, on 28 March 2024, lot 95.
Condition report
The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition
Collection Paul André Ramseyer
La collection de l’Ambassadeur Paul André Ramseyer comprend notamment un ensemble d’œuvres issues du sous-continent indien, acquises lors de son séjour à Delhi entre 1968 et 1971, alors qu’il y occupait les fonctions de Secrétaire d’ambassade. Ces remarquables pièces reflètent son intérêt pour la richesse artistique et religieuse de cette région.