Vintage Indian Hindu Lithograph Print: Shiv Darbar (14.375” x 9.875”)

The name of this print translates to Court of Shiva, or Shiva’s Assembly. It depicts Lord Shiva, Pavarti and their son Ganesha alongside other deities and divine beings associated with Shiva. The artist’s signature – BG Sharma – is in the lower left of the image. It’s title is in Hindi followed by the number 122, printed by Sharma Picture Publication of Bombay.
 
The print is a halftone lithograph, a common printing technique for mass-produced religious imagery in India in the past which made them affordable to all. Such prints evolved from use in puja rooms (prayer rooms) to stickers in taxis, shop art, calendars, ticket labels, and other everyday objects, becoming part of the colorful décor of Indian homes and public spaces. They played a significant role in popularizing Hindu iconography. They are still in use today, although modern printing techniques are used to reproduce them and create new interpretations.
 
Most online are asking at least $ 25 per piece for this image. 
 
We do not know if it was our grandmother who purchased these in the 1930s or our mother in 1969 or the 1970s. This particular print is in good vintage condition, no discoloration, but there are some creases visible along the edges. We would mail this flat.
 
H 14 3/8” x  L 9 7/8”
 
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