7.Aina Mahal – Stunning Mirror Work
Aina
Mahal or Palace of Mirrors is one of the spectacular attractions
of Kutch. Known as the Madan Singhji Museum, the palace comprises of various
types of mirror work with a combination of Venetian glass, marbles, mirrors
connected by sprinkled jewellery, and reflective lighting. The entire artwork
is a reflection of Indian and European patterns of design. Besides, the palace
showcases various antiques like pictures, mechanical toys, and sculptures.
The Aaina Mahal palace or 'Hall of Mirrors' was
built during the flamboyant rule of Lakhpatji in the middle of the 18th
century. The responsibility of engineering, architecture and embellishment was
entitled to Ram Singh Malam - a genius of an artist who took his training in Europe
for 17 years but came back to India seeking name and fame. He was asked by the
king to create this palace of dreams for him, and thus the Aina Mahal came into
existence.
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