The Elephant of Maharana Jai Singh of Mewar (r. 1680–98) Catches a Horse by the Tail

c. 1680

Gum tempera, ink, and gold on paper

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In the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland — check current display status with the museum.

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The servant dressed in mauve jama (belted tunic) attempts to light a firecracker to frighten the elephant.

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FROM THE CLEVELAND MUSEUM OF ART’S CATALOG

The servant dressed in mauve jama (belted tunic) attempts to light a firecracker to frighten the elephant.

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