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Paithan Collection

Paithan, also known as Pratishthan, is a historic town in Maharashtra, India with a rich cultural heritage dating back to ancient times

Background imagePaithan Collection: Bharata Shoots at Hanuman as He Flies Over with the Medicinal Herbs (recto)... c1850

Bharata Shoots at Hanuman as He Flies Over with the Medicinal Herbs (recto)... c1850. Creator: Unknown
Bharata Shoots at Hanuman as He Flies Over with the Medicinal Herbs (recto), Hanuman Lands with the Medicinal Herbs (verso), Scenes from the Story of the Burning of Lanka

Background imagePaithan Collection: The Simian Generals in Procession, Scene from the Story of the Burning of Lanka... c1850

The Simian Generals in Procession, Scene from the Story of the Burning of Lanka... c1850. Creator: Unknown
The Simian Generals in Procession, Scene from the Story of the Burning of Lanka, Folio from a Ramayana (Adventures of Rama), c1850

Background imagePaithan Collection: Babhruvahana Faces Arjuna's Army with Syamakarna... c1850. Creator: Unknown

Babhruvahana Faces Arjuna's Army with Syamakarna... c1850. Creator: Unknown
Babhruvahana Faces Arjuna's Army with Syamakarna (verso), Scenes from the Story of Babhruvahana, Folio from a Mahabharata ([War of the] Great Bharatas) (image 2 of 2), c1850

Background imagePaithan Collection: Babhruvahana Kills Animals to Save Syamakarna (recto), Babhruvahana Faces... c1850. Creator: Unknown

Babhruvahana Kills Animals to Save Syamakarna (recto), Babhruvahana Faces... c1850. Creator: Unknown
Babhruvahana Kills Animals to Save Syamakarna (recto), Scenes from the Story of Babhruvahana, Folio from a Mahabharata ([War of the] Great Bharatas) (image 1 of 2), c1850

Background imagePaithan Collection: Babhruvahana Surrenders the Sacrificial Horse Syamakarna to His Father... c1850. Creator: Unknown

Babhruvahana Surrenders the Sacrificial Horse Syamakarna to His Father... c1850. Creator: Unknown
Babhruvahana Surrenders the Sacrificial Horse Syamakarna to His Father Arjuna (verso), Scenes from the Story of Babhruvahana, Folio from a Mahabharata ([War of the] Great Bharatas), c1850

Background imagePaithan Collection: Babhruvahana Surrenders the Sacrificial Horse Syamakarna... c1850. Creator: Unknown

Babhruvahana Surrenders the Sacrificial Horse Syamakarna... c1850. Creator: Unknown
Babhruvahana Surrenders the Sacrificial Horse Syamakarna to His Father Arjuna (verso), Scenes from the Story of Babhruvahana, Folio from a Mahabharata ([War of the] Great Bharatas), c1850

Background imagePaithan Collection: Babhruvahana and the Mongoose Fight the Serpents (verso).. c1850. Creator: Unknown

Babhruvahana and the Mongoose Fight the Serpents (verso).. c1850. Creator: Unknown
Babhruvahana and the Mongoose Fight the Serpents (verso), Scenes from the Story of Babhruvahana, Folio from a Mahabharata ([War of the] Great Bharatas) (image 2 of 2), c1850

Background imagePaithan Collection: Fight of the Mongoose and the Serpent Armies (recto)... c1850. Creator: Unknown

Fight of the Mongoose and the Serpent Armies (recto)... c1850. Creator: Unknown
Fight of the Mongoose and the Serpent Armies (recto), Scenes from the Story of Babhruvahana, Folio from a Mahabharata ([War of the] Great Bharatas) (image 1 of 2), c1850

Background imagePaithan Collection: Babhruvahana Resumes his Fight with Vrishaketu (verso)... c1850. Creator: Unknown

Babhruvahana Resumes his Fight with Vrishaketu (verso)... c1850. Creator: Unknown
Babhruvahana Resumes his Fight with Vrishaketu (verso), Scenes from the Story of Babhruvahana, Folio from a Mahabharata ([War of the] Great Bharatas) (image 1 of 2), c1850

Background imagePaithan Collection: Vrishaketu Shoots Babhruvahana into the Air on a Circle of Arrows (recto)... c1850. Creator: Unknown

Vrishaketu Shoots Babhruvahana into the Air on a Circle of Arrows (recto)... c1850. Creator: Unknown
Vrishaketu Shoots Babhruvahana into the Air on a Circle of Arrows (recto), Scenes from the Story of Babhruvahana, Folio from a Mahabharata ([War of the] Great Bharatas) (image 2 of 2), c1850

Background imagePaithan Collection: Vrishaketu and Bhima Fighting Yavanatha, Scene from the Story of Babhruvahana... c1850

Vrishaketu and Bhima Fighting Yavanatha, Scene from the Story of Babhruvahana... c1850. Creator: Unknown
Vrishaketu and Bhima Fighting Yavanatha, Scene from the Story of Babhruvahana, Folio from a Mahabharata ([War of the] Great Bharatas), c1850

Background imagePaithan Collection: Rama and Lakshmana at Conference with Sugriva, the Simian King, and Companions... c1850

Rama and Lakshmana at Conference with Sugriva, the Simian King, and Companions... c1850. Creator: Unknown
Rama and Lakshmana at Conference with Sugriva, the Simian King, and Companions, Scene from the Story of the Burning of Lanka, Folio from a Ramayana (Adventures of Rama), c1850

Background imagePaithan Collection: Abhimanyu Hunting, Scene from the Story of the Marriage of Abhimanyu and Vatsala... c1850

Abhimanyu Hunting, Scene from the Story of the Marriage of Abhimanyu and Vatsala... c1850. Creator: Unknown
Abhimanyu Hunting, Scene from the Story of the Marriage of Abhimanyu and Vatsala, Folio from a Mahabharata ([War of the] Great Bharatas), c1850

Background imagePaithan Collection: Drummer and Horn Player (Accompanying the Hunt?), Scene from the Story of the Marriage... c1850

Drummer and Horn Player (Accompanying the Hunt?), Scene from the Story of the Marriage... c1850. Creator: Unknown
Drummer and Horn Player (Accompanying the Hunt?), Scene from the Story of the Marriage of Abhimanyu and Vatsala, Folio from a Mahabharata ([War of the] Great Bharatas), c1850

Background imagePaithan Collection: Krishna Preparing to Decapitate King Kamsa, King of the Krishna Suit, Playing... Mid-18th century

Krishna Preparing to Decapitate King Kamsa, King of the Krishna Suit, Playing... Mid-18th century. Creator: Unknown
Krishna Preparing to Decapitate King Kamsa, King of the Krishna Suit, Playing Card from a Dashavatara (Ten Avatars) Ganjifa Set, Mid-18th century

Background imagePaithan Collection: Fight of the Mongoose and the Serpent Armies from the Story of Babhruvahana, c

Fight of the Mongoose and the Serpent Armies from the Story of Babhruvahana, c
3588456 Fight of the Mongoose and the Serpent Armies from the Story of Babhruvahana, c.1850 by Indian School, (19th century); 30.8x43.5 cm; Los Angeles County Museum of Art, CA

Background imagePaithan Collection: A Paithan Horseman, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes

A Paithan Horseman, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
A Paithan Horseman, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911



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Paithan, also known as Pratishthan, is a historic town in Maharashtra, India with a rich cultural heritage dating back to ancient times. The town is famous for its exquisite Paithani silk sarees, which are handwoven with intricate designs and vibrant colors, and is home to the iconic Eknath Maharaj Temple and the majestic Jayakwadi Dam, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Visitors can explore the ancient ruins of the fort at Dnyanganga Ghat or take a leisurely boat ride on the Godavari River. The town's bustling markets are filled with local handicrafts and traditional artifacts, making it a paradise for shoppers looking for unique souvenirs. Whether you're interested in history, culture, or simply want to immerse yourself in the beauty of rural India, it has something special to offer every traveler who visits.