Gujarati Collection

Five Sisters Vegetarian Restaurant, Stratford Road, Sparkbrook, Birmingham, Saturday 3rd November 1984. Our Picture Shows

Devanandas Fourteen Auspicious Dreams Foretelling the Birth of Mahavira... ca. 1465
Devanandas Fourteen Auspicious Dreams Foretelling the Birth of Mahavira: Folio from a Kalpasutra Manuscript, ca. 1465

Kundey Ras, the Guicowar of Goojerat, and his Daughter - from a photograph, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Kundey Ras, the Guicowar of Goojerat, and his Daughter - from a photograph, 1857. Kundey Ras [Khanderao II Gaekwad] has a pleasing

Ceremonial Hanging, India, late 17th / early 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Ceremonial Hanging, India, late 17th/early 18th century

Vasanta Vilasa (a poem on Spring) (detail), 1451. Creator: Unknown
Vasanta Vilasa (a poem on Spring) (detail), 1451

Maneless Lion of Guzerat, 1835 (w / c on paper)
780820 Maneless Lion of Guzerat, 1835 (w/c on paper) by Lear, Edward (1812-88); 18.2x26.9 cm; Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; English, out of copyright

J & G Hagenbecks troupe of Malabar acrobats (b / w photo)
3103907 J & G Hagenbecks troupe of Malabar acrobats (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: J & G Hagenbecks troupe of Malabar acrobats)

Tumanba Khan, His Wife, and His Nine Sons, Folio from a Chingiznama... ca. 1596
Tumanba Khan, His Wife, and His Nine Sons, Folio from a Chingiznama (Book of Genghis Khan), ca. 1596. Commissioned by emperor Akbar

Page from a Dispersed Kalpa Sutra (Jain Book of Rituals), 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Page from a Dispersed Kalpa Sutra (Jain Book of Rituals), 15th century

[A Gypsy Dancing-Girl, Kathiawar], ca. 1915. Creator: E. Taurines
[A Gypsy Dancing-Girl, Kathiawar], ca. 1915

A Bohra merchant, Bombay (Mumbai), India, belonging to the Gujarati-speaking Muslim community. Date: circa 1890s

Bohra women, Bombay (Mumbai), India
Two young Bohra women of Bombay (Mumbai), India. They belong to the Gujarati-speaking Muslim community. Date: circa 1890s

GENGHIS KHAN (1162-1227). Mongol conqueror. Genghis Khan dividing his empire among his sons. Illumination from a manuscript of Rashid al-Dins Jami al-Tawaikh, painted by Basawan and Bhim Gujarati

Gujarat, India - Garba or Circular Gujarat Dance
Garba - a form of dance which originated in Gujarat, India. The name is derived from the Sanskrit term Garbha (womb) and Deep (a small earthenware lamp)

Aden, Yemen - Baniyan Merchants
Aden, Yemen - Indian Hindu Gujarati baniyan (merchants)

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"Gujarati: A Tapestry of History, Culture, and Tradition" Step into the world heritage through Devanandas Fourteen Auspicious Dreams Foretelling the Birth of Mahavira. . Ca. 1465. This exquisite artwork transports you to a time when legends were born. Immerse yourself in the vibrant streets of Bombay (Mumbai), India, where a Bohra merchant weaves tales of trade and prosperity. Witness the grace and elegance of Bohra women as they navigate this bustling city with confidence and charm. Indulge your taste buds at Five Sisters Vegetarian Restaurant on Stratford Road, Sparkbrook, Birmingham. Experience the flavors that have been passed down through generations, tantalizing your senses with every bite. Marvel at the intricacy of a Ceremonial Hanging from late 17th / early 18th century India. Its rich colors and elaborate designs tell stories of celebrations and rituals that have stood the test of time. Delve into Vasanta Vilasa (a poem on Spring) (detail), 1451 - an enchanting masterpiece that captures nature's beauty in delicate strokes. Let it transport you to a world filled with blooming flowers and melodies carried by gentle breezes. Discover the Maneless Lion of Guzerat, 1835 - a majestic creature immortalized on paper through watercolors. Feel its strength emanate from each brushstroke as it roams freely across Gujarat's vast landscapes. Witness awe-inspiring acrobatics performed by J & G Hagenbecks troupe of Malabar acrobats captured in black-and-white photography. Their agility defies gravity as they showcase their skills for all to admire. Travel back in time to witness Tumanba Khan, His Wife, and His Nine Sons depicted in a folio from Chingiznama. . Ca. 1596 - an epic tale etched onto parchment showcasing power dynamics within a dynasty.