South Asian paintings and manuscripts illuminate more than 400 years of literary and artistic output.
The shared history of the British Monarchy and the Indian subcontinent are brought vividly to life by South Asian paintings and manuscripts, which illuminate more than four centuries of literary and artistic output.
Highlights from the South Asian holdings of the Royal Collection are going on display, the majority for the first time in Scotland, at The Queen's Gallery, Palace of Holyroodhouse. Paintings, prints, drawings and photographs from the wider Royal Collection will explore the 400-year shared history of the British monarchy and the rulers of South Asia. Featuring outstanding examples of the literary and artistic output of the area historically called India, now covered by India, Pakistan and Bangladesh, the exhibition includes exquisite illuminated manuscripts, vivid depictions of the Mughal court, royal portraits, architectural studies and vibrant illustrations of Hindu epics.
