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Chandra, The Moon God; Folio from a Book of Dreams (image 2 of 3), between 1700 and 1725. Creator: Unknown
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Chandra, The Moon God; Folio from a Book of Dreams (image 2 of 3), between 1700 and 1725. Creator: Unknown
Chandra, The Moon God; Folio from a Book of Dreams (image 2 of 3), between 1700 and 1725
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1700s 1710s Antelope Astrology Attendant Chariot Folio Four People Hindu Hinduism Opaque Watercolor Gold And Ink On Paper Rajasthan Round South East Asia Southeast Asia Southeast Asian Chandra Hindoostan Moon God Watercolour On Paper
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Chandra, The Moon God: Folio from a Book of Dreams (Image 2 of 3), between 1700 and 1725" is an exquisite and enigmatic work of art from the 18th century, believed to have originated from the Indian subcontinent, possibly in Rajasthan or Southeast Asia. The opaque watercolor and gold and ink drawing on paper depicts the deity Chandra, also known as the Moon God, seated in a chariot pulled by an antelope. The god is flanked by four attendants, three of whom are shown in profile while the fourth faces forward, gazing up at the celestial body. Chandra is depicted in a circular, round shape, a common representation of the moon in Hindu and Jain iconography. The god is shown with a serene expression, his long, flowing hair adorned with a diadem and a crescent moon on his forehead. The intricate details of the drawing, from the intricate patterns on the chariot to the delicate folds of the attendants' clothing, demonstrate the exceptional skill of the unknown artist. The folio is a part of a larger work, known as a "Book of Dreams," which was likely used for astrological and religious purposes. The work is significant for its representation of Chandra, one of the Navagraha, or nine planets, in Hindu astrology. The image is a testament to the rich artistic and cultural heritage of India and South East Asia during the 1700s and 1710s. This beautiful and intriguing artwork is now part of the collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), a renowned institution dedicated to preserving and showcasing the world's artistic and cultural heritage. The image invites us to explore the mysteries of the past and the enduring power of art to transport us to other worlds and times.
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