View of Gyah, an Hindoo Town, in Bahar

View of Gyah, an Hindoo Town, in Bahar

View of Gyah, an Hindoo Town, in Bahar

Thomas and William Daniell

View of Gyah, an Hindoo Town, in Bahar

year

1802

size

18.0 x 23.7 in.

medium

Engraving

Gaya is an ancient city, but its most important temple, the Vishnupada Mandir, visible at centre right on the far bank in this view taken from across the river, was built by Ahalya Bai in 1787, just three years before the Daniells visited.

View of Gyah, an Hindoo Town, in Bahar
View of Gyah, an Hindoo Town, in Bahar
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Art Artist Names Single Thomas and William Daniell