Vintage Mahabharata Print – The Death of Maharaja Sudhakashan Kamboj | Lahore, Pre-Partition Indian Art

Vintage Mahabharata Print – The Death of Maharaja Sudhakashan Kamboj | Lahore, Pre-Partition Indian Art

A Remarkable Piece of India's Mythological & Printed Heritage

Presenting an extraordinary vintage mythological print titled “The Death of Maharaja Sudhakashan Kamboj after a Great Conflict with Arjuna.”

This dramatic composition depicts an elaborate battlefield scene inspired by the Mahabharata, featuring Arjuna and the fall of Maharaja Sudhakashan Kamboj.

The artwork captures the intensity of an ancient battle through magnificent horse-drawn chariots, royal warriors, archers, military formations and an expansive battlefield filled with soldiers.

Rich earthy tones, vibrant reds, golden yellows and intricate detailing bring the composition to life, reflecting the visual storytelling traditions of Indian mythological art.

Historic Lahore Imprint & Original Publisher Details

An especially fascinating feature of this print is its surviving original publisher and printer information, connecting it to Lahore's historic picture-printing industry.

The following details are printed on the artwork:

Designed By: Girdhari Lal & Sons, Photographers, Anarkali, Lahore.

Published By: The Dharmik Picture House, Anarkali, Lahore.

Printed By: The Model Electric Press, Lahore.

Original Serial Number: K. No. 22

The inscription also reads “After This See Serial No. 23,” identifying the artwork as part of a larger illustrated series.

The presence of English, Hindi and Urdu inscriptions adds another fascinating dimension to this historic print, reflecting the multilingual publishing traditions of the Indian subcontinent.

An Evocative Collectible from Historic Lahore

The original Lahore imprints make this artwork particularly interesting to collectors of Indian mythological prints, historic commercial artwork and South Asian printed heritage.

Its elaborate battle composition, surviving publisher details and original serial numbering offer a glimpse into the illustrated storytelling traditions of an earlier era.

The artwork is presented in an ornate gold-toned frame featuring decorative floral motifs and a naturally aged finish.

Visible paper discolouration, scattered marks and signs of age contribute to its distinctive vintage character.

Product Details

- Title: The Death of Maharaja Sudhakashan Kamboj

- Subject: Mahabharata – Battle of Arjuna and Maharaja Sudhakashan Kamboj

- Type: Vintage Mythological Colour Print

- Designer: Girdhari Lal & Sons, Anarkali, Lahore

- Publisher: The Dharmik Picture House, Lahore

- Printer: The Model Electric Press, Lahore

- Series Number: K. No. 22

- Language: English, Hindi & Urdu

- Frame: Ornate Gold-Toned Decorative Frame

- Condition: Vintage condition with age-related paper discolouration, marks and wear

- Category: Vintage Indian Prints & Mythological Art

A distinctive piece of South Asian artistic heritage, combining the grandeur of Mahabharata storytelling with the historical significance of Lahore's illustrated printmaking tradition.

An exceptional addition to collections of vintage Indian prints, mythological artwork and heritage art.

Please examine the photographs carefully for the artwork's original inscriptions and existing condition.