The Courtly Brush of Dalchand: A Legacy in Miniature Dalchand, a name resonating through the annals of 18th-century Indian art, embodies the fascinating confluence of Mughal refinement and Rajput vibrancy. Born around 1690–1695 into a lineage steeped in artistic tradition—his father, Bhavanidas, was a celebrated painter at the Mughal court—Dalchand’s journey reflects a period of shifting patronage and evolving aesthetic sensibilities. He wasn't merely a recorder of royal life; he was a synthesizer of styles, a master miniaturist who left an indelible mark on the courts of Jodhpur and Kishang…