Bani-Thani or the
bedecked lady is a theme popularized by the royal miniatures of Mughals and
Rajputs. The subject is a youthful lady, attired in traditional lehenga choli of
Rajasthan, with her moon-like face radiating beauty. This painting presents
Bani Thani encased within a henna and Mughal-miniature-inspired ovular frame,
engaged in adorning herself. Jewels, pearls, and gold ornament her lovely form,
which is exquisitely presented in the artwork. In her henna-covered hands, the
maiden holds a gold-framed mirror while her other hand holds the strings of her
Maang-tika (hair ornament), which she sets on her head, giving final touches to
her enchanting Sringaar (ornamentation).
