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This outstanding exhibition, the first of its kind in the UK, tells the story of the Indian portrait over three centuries, exploring the fascinating ways in which Indian artists have approached the depiction of the human form and the changing role of portraiture in Indian history.

Starting with the Mughal court, the exhibition includes some of the earliest realistic portraits and magnificent court portraits made for their successors, as well as studies of Mughal courtiers, holy men and servants. The distinctive regional styles from Rajasthan and the Punjab Hills are represented and also include European-influenced works.

Bringing together about 60 exquisite images, the exhibition will celebrate the beauty, power and humanity of Indian portraiture.

http://www.npg.org.uk/whatson/exhibitions/the-indian-portrait-1560-1860.php



Kunwar Anop Singh of Devgarh riding with a falcon
Devgarh, Mewar, Rajasthan, attributed to Bakhta, c.1776
Museum Rietberg Zurich. Gift of Dr. Carlo Fleischmann Foundation and acquisition © Museum Rietberg Zurich
Photo: Wettstein & Kauf

To celebrate the opening of English National Opera's upcoming production of Satyagraha, an opera inspired by Gandhi's search for truth, we have a pair of tickets, plus complimentary interval champagne and programs, to give away to the performance on 26 March. Written by world-famous contemporary composer Philip Glass, this masterpiece is a mesmerizing and hauntingly beautiful meditation upon Mahatma Gandhi's early years in South Africa and his spiritual progress towards his philosophy of non-violent protest known as Satyagraha.

For your chance to win a meal for two and a pair of tickets please answer to the following question: What is the name of the special grill that is unique to Moti Mahal London?

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Competition closes on 1st March 2010.