{"product_id":"raja-gulab-singh-of-jammu-and-kashmir","title":"Raja Gulab Singh of Jammu and Kashmir","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRaja Gulab Singh of the Dogra dynasty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e18th Century, Northern India, Pahari Kingdoms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis commanding equestrian portrait captures the dignified and resolute presence of Raja Gulab Singh of the Dogra dynasty, the renowned founder of the princely state of Jammu and Kashmir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHistorical Significance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaja Gulab Singh was a formidable historical figure. Before founding Jammu and Kashmir in 1846 and successfully expanding his territory well into the Himalayas, he served as a military commander for the Sikhs, a religious group originating in India’s north-western Punjab region. This painting is also a significant artifact of a changing era: after the mid-1800s, fewer Pahari kings commissioned traditional painted portraits, as most began to prefer the revolutionary new medium of photography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Scene and Regal Symbolism\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Raja projects a relaxed yet absolute royal power as he sits masterfully astride his magnificent white horse, smoking a hookah that is diligently carried by an attendant walking alongside him. His status and authority are further layered with traditional iconography: the vibrant red umbrella held above him signifies royalty and his role as protector of the realm, while the dark shield on his back and the attendant's sheathed sword clearly indicate his enduring status as a warrior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCultural Nuance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn intriguing aspect of this portrait is its focus on secular, sovereign power rather than divine right. Though Raja Gulab Singh was Hindu, this portrait depicts him without any visible indication of his religious affiliation, presenting him instead as a universal, authoritative ruler over a diverse landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy It Belongs in Your Space\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis artwork is a masterful study of power, grace, and historical legacy. The serene confidence of the subject, combined with the timeless symbols of royalty and the fascinating historical context of a region in transition, makes this piece a sophisticated anchor for any space. It appeals deeply to those who appreciate art that communicates authority, history, and philosophical ideals through careful, deliberate iconography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize - 26.00 x 36.00 Inch (Framed)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrame Material - Acrylic Gold Plated With Glass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eType - Printed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial - Art Grade Matt Paper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Canvas Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51861522612502,"sku":null,"price":4999.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4130\/1014\/files\/1925.1338F.png?v=1789161485","url":"https:\/\/www.canvasvault.in\/products\/raja-gulab-singh-of-jammu-and-kashmir","provider":"Canvas Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}