Building the Bridge to Lanka

Attributed to the Seu Family
possibly Manaku Indian

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This scene from the epic Ramayana illustrates the heroic actions of the monkey army constructing a bridge to Lanka so that Sita could be rescued from the evil demon Ravana. The monkey army is shown hauling stones while being directed by Rama and Lakshmana, who are seated at the upper right. While the sheet is closely related to Manaku's work, the treatment of the monkeys suggests it is probably the product of his workshop.

Building the Bridge to Lanka, Attributed to the Seu Family, Ink and wash on paper, India (Pahari Hills, Guler)

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Building the Bridge to Lanka, Attributed to the Seu Family, Ink and wash on paper, India (Pahari Hills, Guler)
Building the Bridge to Lanka, Attributed to the Seu Family, Ink and wash on paper, India (Pahari Hills, Guler)

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