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The Gods beseech Siva to wed

mid-19th century
Object PlaceKangra style, Punjab Hills, Northern India
Medium/TechniqueOpaque watercolor on paper
DimensionsOverall: 27.7 x 38.9 cm (10 7/8 x 15 5/16 in.)
Image: 22.8 x 34.2 cm (9 x 13 7/16 in.)
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Elizabeth C. Proctor
Accession number65.420
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ClassificationsPaintings
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ProvenanceGiven to the MFA in 1965 by Mrs. Elizabeth Proctor.
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