The Aravidu Dynasty of Vijayanagara, Vol. I v1.c29.1
The Aravidu Dynasty of Vijayanagara, Vol. I v1.c29.1
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SUMMARY.—1. Indian painters at Venkata’s court.—2. Venkata’s interest in the art of painting shown in his first audience to the Jesuits.—3. Bro. Alexander Frey, painter to the Emperor.—4. Bro. Bartolomeo Fontebona called for the mission of Vijayanagara.—5. His introduction to Venkata. His paintings.—6. Venkata’s kindness to Fontebona.—7. The Provincial of Malabar wishes to promote Fontebona to the Priesthood.—8. Fontebona’s removal from the Court. His death in Bengal.