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chitarman ii

1680 – 1745

chitarman ii
Early Modern
Early Modern

chitarman ii

Born 1680 Died 1745 Works span 1713–1730

Chitarman II (Kalyan Das): A Master of Mughal Portraiture Chitarman II, also known as Kalyan Das, stands as a pivotal figure in the artistic landscape of 18th-century India—a testament to the enduring legacy of Mughal patronage and artistic innovation. Born around 1680 in New Delhi during a period marked by significant upheaval within the empire following Aurangzeb’s reign, Chitarman II emerged from obscurity into prominence as one of…

2
dated works
1
chapters
1713
first work
1730
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

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Chapters — Career Periods

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Thumbnails — Dated Works

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Colour Band — Movement Drift

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