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The “Goddess Yamuna Sailing Upon Her Tortoise” (c. 1850) from the Kangra school of the Punjab Hills is a delicate and poetic example of North Indian miniature painting, portraying the river goddess Yamuna with lyrical grace and symbolic depth. At the heart of the composition, Yamuna is shown gliding across calm, flowing waters, seated or standing upon her vahana—a tortoise. This unusual yet meaningful mount symbolizes stability, endurance, and the sustaining power of nature. The goddess herself is depicted with refined elegance, her posture gentle and composed, embodying both divine serenity and the life-giving essence of the river she represents. The Kangra style, known for its softness and naturalism, is evident in the painting’s fine brushwork and subtle coloration. The landscape is lush and harmonious—rolling hills, flowering trees, and a gently winding river create a dreamlike setting. The water is often rendered with delicate, rhythmic lines, suggesting quiet movement rather than turbulence.

Goddess Yamuna Sailing Upon Her Tortoise - Kangra Punjab Hills c1850 - Vintage Indian Miniature Painting

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Goddess Yamuna Sailing Upon Her Tortoise - Kangra Punjab Hills c1850 - Vintage Indian Miniature Painting Canvas Print
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Goddess Yamuna Sailing Upon Her Tortoise - Kangra Punjab Hills c1850 - Vintage Indian Miniature Painting Canvas Print
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Goddess Yamuna Sailing Upon Her Tortoise - Kangra Punjab Hills c1850 - Vintage Indian Miniature Painting Framed Print
Framed With Mat • 13x18 inches

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The “Goddess Yamuna Sailing Upon Her Tortoise” (c. 1850) from the Kangra school of the Punjab Hills is a delicate and poetic example of North Indian miniature painting, portraying the river goddess Yamuna with lyrical grace and symbolic depth. At the heart of the composition, Yamuna is shown gliding across calm, flowing waters, seated or standing upon her vahana—a tortoise. This unusual yet meaningful mount symbolizes stability, endurance, and the sustaining power of nature. The goddess herself is depicted with refined elegance, her posture gentle and composed, embodying both divine serenity and the life-giving essence of the river she represents. The Kangra style, known for its softness and naturalism, is evident in the painting’s fine brushwork and subtle coloration. The landscape is lush and harmonious—rolling hills, flowering trees, and a gently winding river create a dreamlike setting. The water is often rendered with delicate, rhythmic lines, suggesting quiet movement rather than turbulence.

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