Indian Art Workshops

"Rajasthani Painting at Bikaner and its
Implications (I)"
October 27, Friday

"Rajasthani Painting at Bikaner and its
Implications (II)"
October 28, Saturday

10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m., SDMA Boardroom
$100 per workshop (call about student price), Limit 25 people per day

Paintings made in the principality of Bikaner in northwestern India during the 17th and 18th centuries were among the most closely aligned with the styles and techniques of paintings produced in the imperial Mughal court, though they are considered to belong to the schools of Rajasthan.

In these two intimate workshops, Harvard art historian, Professor Pramod Chandra, will discuss paintings made in Bikaner during the 17th and 18th centuries. Original paintings from SDMA's Edwin Binney 3rd Collection will be available for close viewing while attendees engage questions such as: Are these paintings Hindu or Muslim? What are the distinguishing characteristics of Bikaner painting? How can we understand the relationships between patrons and artists in Bikaner? How did the Bikaner artists learn about imperial Mughal painting, and how were they related to what are called "popular Mughal" artists?

To make a reservation, please call (619) 696-1969 or email programs@sdmart.org by October 22. Lunch and a complimentary Domains of Wonder catalogue are included.