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Legend of Durga, by Unknown, unspecified

Legend of Durga

Unknown

unspecified

From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts

Dominant colour

Overview

Legend of Durga is an unspecified by Unknown, held at Detroit Institute of Arts.

Who painted this?
Unknown
Where can I see it?
Detroit Institute of Arts

About this work

This painting shows a scene with three figures in front of a red door. The figure on the left sits on a platform, wearing a yellow skirt and a crown. The figure in the middle is bare-chested and wears a pink skirt. The figure on the right has a beard and wears an orange skirt. The background of the painting is a pale yellow color. The overall style of the painting suggests that it may be from India or Southeast Asia. To learn more about the style and techniques used in this painting, explore the art of chiaroscuro.

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