Rao Udaji
1890
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1890
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a man in a white robe with a striped turban and a sash over one shoulder. His pink socks peek out from under loose pants, and he holds a curved sword in his right hand. The background is mostly dark with a patch of green grass and a faint sky at the top. The man’s outfit looks formal, almost like armor or courtwear, with bright colors standing out against the dark. The painting feels flat and bright, with bold colors and clean lines. If you like this style, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum for more works like it.
