**NO RESERVE** An Indian Miniature Painting of a Deccan Prince, Circa 1932. A finely rendered Indian miniature painting depicting a regal Deccan prince dressed in a flowing white robe with golden embroidery, holding a sword and a shield. He stands gracefully against a lush green background, framed by floral motifs along the border. The upper section features an inscription in Persian script, enclosed by two decorative cartouches. This painting exemplifies the refined portraiture tradition of the Deccan courts. Approximately 25 x 14.2cm Provenance: From the collection of a British gentleman, formerly a history professor, assembled over several decades