Ralph And Catherine Benkaim Collection

Krishna Vishvarupa, c. 1740 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper)
5932487 Krishna Vishvarupa, c.1740 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 19.8x11.7 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Two lovers in a pavilion, from an "Amarushataka"(Hundred poems of Amaru), or an unidentified erotic series
5930786 Two lovers in a pavilion, from an " Amarushataka" (Hundred poems of Amaru), or an unidentified erotic series, c.1680 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Indian School

Krishna approaches Radha, folio from a "Rasikpriya", dated c. 1690 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper)
5930784 Krishna approaches Radha, folio from a " Rasikpriya", dated c.1690 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Nuruddin (fl.c.1690); 19x14 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

A lady on a terrace with hookah and falcon, c. 1760 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper)
5930829 A lady on a terrace with hookah and falcon, c.1760 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Har Jaimal (fl.late 18th century); 23.5x15.9 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Sadashiva worshipped by Parvati, c. 1690 (opaque watercolor, gold, and applied beetle wing on paper)
5932486 Sadashiva worshipped by Parvati, c.1690 (opaque watercolor, gold, and applied beetle wing on paper) by Devidasa (fl.1690-95) (attr.to); 19.1x18.4 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

A nobleman, dated 1687 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper)
5932491 A nobleman, dated 1687 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Son of Ruknuddin (fl.late 17th century); 11.5x8.3 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

A raja hunting wild boars, design for a scabbard, c. 1750-1760 (opaque watercolor on paper)
5932489 A raja hunting wild boars, design for a scabbard, c.1750-1760 (opaque watercolor on paper) by Gangeyagi, Shevdar (fl.1740-70) (attr.to); 48.9x14.6 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

Krishna playing with the gopis, folio from a "Rasikpriya", dated 1686 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper)
5930817 Krishna playing with the gopis, folio from a " Rasikpriya", dated 1686 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Ruknuddin (fl.late 17th century); 19.3x13.5 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

Saraswati, folio from a Goddess series, c. 1680-1700 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper)
5930782 Saraswati, folio from a Goddess series, c.1680-1700 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Wajid (fl.late 17th century) (attr.to); 15.9x24.4 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

Abhisarika Nayika, folio from a "Rasikpriya", c
5932488 Abhisarika Nayika, folio from a " Rasikpriya", c.1615-1625 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Indian School, (17th century); 11.7x12.7 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

The Descent of the Ganges, c. 1800 (opaque watercolor on paper)
5930842 The Descent of the Ganges, c.1800 (opaque watercolor on paper) by Indian School, (19th century); 14.6x10 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Vibhasa Ragini, folio from a Ragamala, c. 1680 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper)
5930819 Vibhasa Ragini, folio from a Ragamala, c.1680 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Indian School, (17th century); 20.6x11.7 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Kaccheli Ragini, from a Ragamala, c. 1700 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper)
5930814 Kaccheli Ragini, from a Ragamala, c.1700 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 16.2x15.5 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Kamod Ragini, folio from a "Ragamala", c. 1770-1775
5930787 Kamod Ragini, folio from a " Ragamala", c.1770-1775 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 18.8x12.9 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

Gauri Ragini, folio from a "Ragamala", c. 1650 (opaque watercolor on paper)
5930811 Gauri Ragini, folio from a " Ragamala", c.1650 (opaque watercolor on paper) by Indian School, (17th century); 21.6x19.3 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Shiva and Parvati, folio from a Rasamanjari, c. 1710 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper)
5930809 Shiva and Parvati, folio from a Rasamanjari, c.1710 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 16.9x27.3 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Vilaval Ragini, from a ragamala, c. 1690-95 (opaque watercolor on paper)
5930806 Vilaval Ragini, from a ragamala, c.1690-95 (opaque watercolor on paper) by Indian School, (17th century); 20.3x19.7 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

A summer month, folio from a Baramasa, c. 1750 (opaque watercolor on paper)
5930800 A summer month, folio from a Baramasa, c.1750 (opaque watercolor on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 28x17.8 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Arrival of the groom at the palace, folio from a Ramayana, c
5930790 Arrival of the groom at the palace, folio from a Ramayana, c.1640-1650 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Indian School, (17th century); 31.7x48 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

Diwan Nawal Singh, Prime Minister of Datia, c. 1750 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper)
5930785 Diwan Nawal Singh, Prime Minister of Datia, c.1750 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 29.2x21.3 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Jalandhara Ragaputra, from a Ragamala, c. 1740-50 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper)
5930762 Jalandhara Ragaputra, from a Ragamala, c.1740-50 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 20.5x14.9 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Wedding ceremony in the presence of Brahma, c. 1680 (opaque watercolor on paper)
5930807 Wedding ceremony in the presence of Brahma, c.1680 (opaque watercolor on paper) by Indian School, (17th century); 20.3x18.1 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

A woman gazing at a warrior, c. 1680 (opaque watercolor on paper)
5930818 A woman gazing at a warrior, c.1680 (opaque watercolor on paper) by Indian School, (17th century); 21.9x18.5 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Krishna bids farewell, folio from a Bhagavata Purana, ca
5930813 Krishna bids farewell, folio from a Bhagavata Purana, ca.1680-1690 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Indian School, (17th century); 20x39.4 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

Rao Ram Chandra and his lover on a swing, c. 1710 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper)
5930793 Rao Ram Chandra and his lover on a swing, c.1710 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 32.4x22.3 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

A forlorn lover, fragment from a Rasamanjari, c. 1710 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper
5930789 A forlorn lover, fragment from a Rasamanjari, c.1710 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 16.9x12.1 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

An elephant runs amok, c. 1700 (opaque watercolor on paper)
5930776 An elephant runs amok, c.1700 (opaque watercolor on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 21.3x34.2 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

A Rajput nobleman, c. 1630-1640 (opaque watercolor on paper)
5930770 A Rajput nobleman, c.1630-1640 (opaque watercolor on paper) by Indian School, (17th century); 14.6x9.9 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Vilaval Ragini, from a Ragamala, c. 1680 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper)
5930794 Vilaval Ragini, from a Ragamala, c.1680 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Indian School, (17th century); 20.6x14.9 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Jarasandhas army advances toward Krishna and Balarama, folio from a Mahabharata, c
5930783 Jarasandhas army advances toward Krishna and Balarama, folio from a Mahabharata, c.1800-1815 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Purkhu of Kangra (active ca. 1780-1820) (attr)

A Green-winged Teal, c. 1730 (opaque watercolor on paper)
5930780 A Green-winged Teal, c.1730 (opaque watercolor on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 30.5x22.9 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Rukmini elopes with Krishna, folio from a Bhagavata Purana, c
5930765 Rukmini elopes with Krishna, folio from a Bhagavata Purana, c.1780 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 18.8x27.9 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

A girl playing the tambur while her companion listens, c
5932490 A girl playing the tambur while her companion listens, c.1660 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Indian School, (17th century); 12.4x8.9 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

Dhanasri Ragini, folio from a Ragamala, c. 1680 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper)
5930820 Dhanasri Ragini, folio from a Ragamala, c.1680 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Indian School, (17th century); 23.5x18.4 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

A prince and his consort, c. 1790 (opaque watercolor on paper)
5930781 A prince and his consort, c.1790 (opaque watercolor on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 38.7x28.5 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Rao Jagat Singh of Kota, c. 1670-1675 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper)
5930779 Rao Jagat Singh of Kota, c.1670-1675 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Indian School, (17th century); 22.9x14.3 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Lakshmana at the hermitage, folio from a Ramayana, c. 1690-1710
5930773 Lakshmana at the hermitage, folio from a Ramayana, c.1690-1710 (opaque watercolor on paper) by Central Indian School, (17th-18th century); 18.4x29.2 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

An audience with Rom Rishi, c. 1700-1725 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper)
5930764 An audience with Rom Rishi, c.1700-1725 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 18.1x28.6 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Meditating ascetic, folio from a Book of Dreams, c. 1720
5930763 Meditating ascetic, folio from a Book of Dreams, c.1720 (opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 19.7x17.5 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

For sale as Licensed Images

Choose your image, Select your licence and Download the media

The Ralph and Catherine Benkaim Collection is a treasure trove of exquisite artworks that transport viewers to the vibrant world of Indian art. One such masterpiece is the Krishna Vishvarupa, dating back to c. 1740. This captivating painting, created with opaque watercolor and gold on paper, depicts Lord Krishna in his cosmic form, showcasing his divine power. Another enchanting piece from this collection is Two lovers in a pavilion, originating from an "Amarushataka" or Hundred poems of Amaru series around c. 1680. Painted with delicate strokes using opaque watercolor and gold on paper, it portrays an intimate scene between two lovers immersed in their own world within the confines of a beautiful pavilion. Intriguingly, there's also Krishna approaches Radha, taken from a "Rasikpriya" folio dated c. 1690. The artist skillfully captures the tender moment as Krishna seeks out Radha's affection amidst lush surroundings adorned with opaque watercolor and gold on paper. One cannot help but be captivated by A lady on a terrace with hookah and falcon (c. 1760). This artwork showcases opulence through its depiction of an elegant lady enjoying her leisure time while surrounded by luxurious elements like hookahs and falcons. Sadashiva worshipped by Parvati (c. 1690) combines artistic mastery with religious symbolism as it features Lord Shiva being revered by his consort Parvati using applied beetle wing along with opaque watercolor and gold on paper. The collection also includes A nobleman (dated 1687), which offers insight into the regal lifestyle during that era through its portrayal of an aristocratic figure adorned in lavish attire painted meticulously using opaque watercolor and gold on paper. For those fascinated by hunting scenes, A raja hunting wild boars design for a scabbard (c. 1750-1760) is a visual treat.