Golconda lay on the south east side of the Deccan in Hyderabad district; Telangana. With rich and fertile farmland; Golconda was very attractive for European traders. The art of Golonconda tells us a lot about the traditional culture of the Deccan. We see many figures; flowers; and animal creations in decorative mortars; vessels; calligraphies (Alams) and hanging kalamkaris; or textiles of the Deccan made for courtly patrons.

This painting of a 'Dancing Girl' represents a classical Indian maiden dancing; wearing Indian clothes with traditional imperial jewellery.