Write a short story on page based on what you see in the given Miniature painting
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miniature painting, also called (16th–17th century) limning, small, finely wrought portrait executed on vellum, prepared card, copper, or ivory. The name is derived from the minium, or red lead, used by the medieval illuminators.
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At a distance, they are beautiful. On closer examination, they are phenomenal, unravelling stories captured with infinitesimal, intricate details. The world of Miniature Paintings is a kaleidoscope of history, scriptures and the lives of people through the ages.
Mughal Miniature painting of Emperor with female attendantsA Mughal miniature painting; Image Source: blog.emamichisel.com
The Devil is in the Detail
Defined by delicate brushwork, a mélange of colours, and graceful forms, miniature paintings are so delicate, that even today, with so much modernization, squirrel hair is used to create the brushes used in this art form. Each painting abounds with fine photographic details, capturing even the hair on a character.
Indian Miniature Painting of an Emperor and his attendants A highly detailed miniature painting depicting an emperor and attendants
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Miniature art is an intense labour of love illustrated on a range of materials like palm leaves, paper, wood, marble, ivory panels and cloth.
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