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

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