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Scene from the Ramayana, by Unknown, unspecified, 1800

Scene from the Ramayana

Unknown

1800

unspecified

From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts

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Overview

Scene from the Ramayana is a 1800 unspecified by Unknown, depicting Bow and Arrow, held at Detroit Institute of Arts.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1800
Where can I see it?
Detroit Institute of Arts

About this work

This painting shows two men in traditional Indian clothing, each holding a bow and arrow. They are dressed in green and red, with gold jewelry and headpieces. The man on the left is kneeling, while the man on the right is standing. Both are looking to their right, as if preparing to shoot their arrows. The background of the painting is a warm, beige color, with some red accents. The overall style of the painting is traditional Indian folk art, with bold lines and bright colors. The painting is a scene from the Ramayana, a famous Hindu epic. The Ramayana is a story about good vs. evil, and the struggle between the two. This painting is a depiction of one of the many battles that take place in the story.

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