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Hari Singh Nalwa – Portrait by Hasan al-Din, Lahore (ca. 1845–1850)
A historical portrait of Sardar Hari Singh Nalwa (1791–1837), painted by Hasan al-Din in Lahore around 1845–1850. Created during the closing years of the Sikh Empire, this work represents one of the most important surviving artistic depictions of the celebrated general who served under Maharaja Ranjit Singh.
The portrait reflects the refined artistic traditions of nineteenth-century Lahore, presenting Hari Singh Nalwa in formal military attire with the dignity and authority associated with one of the Sikh Empire's most accomplished commanders. As one of the Empire's foremost military leaders, Hari Singh Nalwa played a pivotal role in expanding and defending the north-western frontiers, leaving a lasting legacy within Sikh and Punjabi history.
This restoration forms part of the Old Heritage Collection, an ongoing initiative dedicated to preserving historically significant Sikh artworks through careful digital restoration. The work focuses on faithful visual preservation rather than reinterpretation, enhancing clarity, tonal balance, colour fidelity, and recovering lost detail while preserving the historical integrity and artistic character of the original painting.
Available as a digital download and museum-grade fine art prints (framed and unframed), this piece is intended for collectors, scholars, and devotees seeking historically grounded Sikh artwork connected to one of the earliest visual traditions of Sikh portraiture.
Transform your space with a museum-grade restored Sikh miniature painting printable. Delivered as a single PDF with print-ready PNGs (350 DPI) in 4 ratios (original, 2:3, 3:4, 4:5), perfect for living rooms, studies, galleries, or gifting.
What’s Included:
• PDF with direct links to 4 high-resolution PNGs (350 DPI)
• Step-by-step print guide with paper & finish tips, sizing chart, and license terms
Restoration & Provenance:
Digitally restored with non-destructive methods — color correction, dust & scratch removal, edge repair, and texture-preserving upscaling to retain original pigment detail. Source: [Public domain / museum archive / private collection].
Printing Guide:
Best printed at a professional lab on archival paper. Home printing supported with included instructions.
License:
Personal use only. For resale, commercial display, or redistribution, Contact for the Commercial License add-on.
Instant Download:
After checkout, receive your PDF with links to all PNGs. For support, contact Prometheus Mythos.
