Punjab Plains Collection

Rajah Dhian Singh (1796-1840) hunting with companions, c. 1834-40 (gouache on paper)
STC140548 Rajah Dhian Singh (1796-1840) hunting with companions, c.1834-40 (gouache on paper) by Indian School, (19th century); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; The Stapleton Collection; Indian

Phe?bus et Bore?e (Phoebus and Boreas), 1837-1839. Creator: Imam Bakhsh Lahori (active 1830s-1840s)
Phe?bus et Bore?e (Phoebus and Boreas), 1837-1839. Found in the Collection of Musee Jean de La Fontaine, Ville de Chateau-Thierry

Le Singe et le Leopard (The Monkey and the Leopard), 1837-1839. Creator: Imam Bakhsh Lahori
Le Singe et le Leopard (The Monkey and the Leopard), 1837-1839. Found in the Collection of Musee Jean de La Fontaine, Ville de Chateau-Thierry

Songe d un habitant du Mogol (The Moguls Dream), 1837-1839. Creator: Imam Bakhsh Lahori
Songe d un habitant du Mogol (The Moguls Dream), 1837-1839. Found in the Collection of Musee Jean de La Fontaine, Ville de Chateau-Thierry

Le Dragon a plusieurs tetes et le dragon a plusieurs queues, 1837-1839
Le Dragon a plusieurs tetes et le dragon a plusieurs queues (The Dragon with Many Heads, and the Dragon with Many Tails), 1837-1839

Le Meunier son fils et l Ane (The miller, his son and the donkey), 1837-1839. Creator
Le Meunier son fils et l Ane (The miller, his son and the donkey), 1837-1839. Found in the Collection of Musee Jean de La Fontaine, Ville de Chateau-Thierry

La souris metamorphosee en fille (The Mouse Turned into a Maid), 1837-1839. Found in the Collection of Musee Jean de La Fontaine, Ville de Chateau-Thierry

Le cheval et le loup (The Horse and the Wolf), 1837-1839. Creator: Imam Bakhsh Lahori
Le cheval et le loup (The Horse and the Wolf), 1837-1839. Found in the Collection of Musee Jean de La Fontaine, Ville de Chateau-Thierry

Fables de La Fontaine, 1837-1839. Creator: Imam Bakhsh Lahori (active 1830s-1840s)
Fables de La Fontaine, 1837-1839. Found in the Collection of Musee Jean de La Fontaine, Ville de Chateau-Thierry

L Ours et l amateur de jardins (The Bear and the Gardener), 1837-1839. Creator: Imam Bakhsh Lahori
L Ours et l amateur de jardins (The Bear and the Gardener), 1837-1839. Found in the Collection of Musee Jean de La Fontaine, Ville de Chateau-Thierry

Maharaja Ranjit Singh, 1841. Creator: Imam Bakhsh Lahori (active 1830s-1840s)
Maharaja Ranjit Singh, 1841. Found in the Collection of Musee Guimet, Paris

Portrait of Agha Mohammad Khan Qajar (1742-1797), Shah of Persia, c. 1840. Found in the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

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"Punjab Plains: A Glimpse into the Rich Cultural Heritage" Step back in time to the 19th century Punjab Plains, where Rajah Dhian Singh and his companions embark on a thrilling hunting expedition. Captured in exquisite detail by Imam Bakhsh Lahori's gouache on paper artwork, this scene from c. 1834-40 transports us to an era of grandeur and adventure. Imam Bakhsh Lahori's artistic prowess shines through in his other captivating works as well. "Phe?bus et Bore?e" (Phoebus and Boreas), "Le Singe et le Leopard" (The Monkey and the Leopard), "Songe d'un habitant du Mogol" (The Moguls Dream), and many more masterpieces showcase Lahori's ability to bring mythical tales to life with vibrant colors and intricate details. Intriguing narratives unfold within each painting - whether it is the enchanting story of "Le Dragon a plusieurs tetes et le dragon a plusieurs queues, " or the timeless lessons conveyed through fables like "Le Meunier son fils et l'Ane" (The miller, his son, and the donkey) or "La souris metamorphosee en fille" (The Mouse Turned into a Maid). These artworks serve as windows into both imagination and morality. Lahori's brush strokes also immortalize historical figures such as Maharaja Ranjit Singh, who ruled over Punjab during this period. His portrait captures not only Singh's regal demeanor but also offers insight into his reign that shaped Punjab's history. Beyond regional boundaries, Lahori extends his artistic reach to capture international personalities like Agha Mohammad Khan Qajar, Shah of Persia. This portrait from around 1840 showcases Lahori's versatility as he effortlessly transitions from local subjects to global figures. Through these artworks, we gain a deeper understanding of the Punjab Plains' rich cultural heritage.