Rare Vintage “Maliny-Beshey” Indian Art Print – S. C. Banerjee, Sital-Manzil, Calcutta | 10 × 14 Inches
Rare Vintage “Maliny-Beshey” Indian Art Print – S. C. Banerjee, Sital-Manzil, Calcutta | 10 × 14 Inches
A fascinating vintage Indian colour art print titled “MALINY-BESHEY”, presenting an elegant narrative scene featuring two traditionally dressed women in a richly detailed palace or garden setting. The composition is beautifully arranged with period architecture, floral garlands, ornamental furniture and a peacock visible in the background, giving the artwork a distinctly theatrical and old-world character.
The print retains its original Bengali text and important publication details along the lower margin. It is clearly marked:
“Designed & Published by S. C. Banerjee”
Sital-Manzil
13-1, Brindaban Pal’s Lane, Shyambazar, Cal.
Reg. No. 1866
“All rights strictly reserved by the Artist.”
These surviving publisher and registration details make the piece particularly interesting for collectors of early Calcutta commercial art, Bengali prints and vintage Indian illustrated works.
The dramatic expressions of the figures, flowing traditional garments, flower garlands and detailed interior setting give the scene an expressive storytelling quality. The decorative printed border and Bengali verses beneath the artwork further preserve its authentic period presentation.
Product Details
Title: Maliny-Beshey
Subject: Vintage Indian narrative / female figure composition
Designer & Publisher: S. C. Banerjee
Publisher: Sital-Manzil
Address: 13-1 Brindaban Pal’s Lane, Shyambazar, Calcutta
Registration No.: 1866
Type: Vintage Indian colour art print
Size: Approx. 10 × 14 inches
Frame: Old black wooden frame
Origin: Calcutta, India
Condition: Authentic vintage condition with natural age-related toning, creases, minor surface marks and general wear visible in the margins. Please refer to photographs for exact condition.
A distinctive collectible for lovers of vintage Bengali art, old Calcutta prints, Indian bazaar art and narrative figurative imagery. The clearly preserved S. C. Banerjee / Sital-Manzil imprint and registration number greatly enhance its historical and documentary appeal.