The Celestial Rider — Kangra School of Miniature Painting contact-for-price and rests on its original

and rests on its original wooden base

portraying the Indian Goddess associated with love

Designed to frame and enhance the presence of a deity

The central element showcases a captivating depiction of the sun and moon on either side of the Namam

who used available fabric to sew these details—both as a means of occupying their time and supplementing their income

The Celestial Rider — Kangra School of Miniature Painting contact-for-price and rests on its originalThis striking painting, executed in the delicate Kangra school of miniature painting within the broader Pahari tradition, captures a dynamic and rare manifestation of Lord Shiva astride his sacred mount, Nandi. Moving away from the typical pastoral landscapes of the region, this piece utilizes a bold, solid red background to emphasize the supreme energy of the deity as he effortlessly handles a raised bow. The artwork beautifully exhibits the