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Scene in a Brazier's Shop in Bengal

Arthur William Devis

1797

unspecified

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Patna School of Painting 18th Century

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Scene in a Brazier's Shop in Bengal is a 1797 unspecified by Arthur William Devis, a Patna School of Painting work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: Arthur William Devis
When & what style?: 1797 · Patna School of Painting
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

The painting depicts a scene in a brazier's shop in Bengal. Two men are shown in the foreground, one crouching and the other standing, surrounded by various objects such as plates, bowls, and other items. The background is dark and shadowy, with hints of light peeking through. The scene is rendered in warm, earthy tones, with a focus on the textures and shapes of the objects in the shop. The men's faces are not clearly visible, but their postures and gestures suggest a sense of activity and industry. The painting invites the viewer to explore the details of the scene, from the intricate patterns on the ceramics to the rough-hewn wooden shelves. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up Arthur William Devis.