Antique print titled 'Ixora sous le nom de Mahadeu'. Old print of the last two incarnations (avatars) of the Hindu god Vishnu. According to the Bhagavad Gita, each of Vishnu’s ten avatars saved the world. This print originates from 'Ceremonies et costumes Religieuses (..)' by A. Moubach.
Artists and Engravers: Bernard Picart (1673-1733), a French painter and engraver.
Condition: Very good, general age-related toning. Please study image carefully. Date: 1722 Overall size: 25 x 39.5 cm. Image size: 21 x 31 cm.
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