Capture of King of Hamareram

Capture of King of Hamareram

Unknown

1620

unspecified

From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts

About this work

This painting shows a scene with an elephant, a horse, and several people. The elephant is gray with a yellow and purple blanket on its back. A man in a green tunic and turban sits on the elephant's back, holding a sword. The horse is brown with a man in an orange tunic and turban riding it. The people are dressed in colorful clothing, with some holding swords or bows. The background is yellow with flowers and grass. The painting is detailed and colorful, with intricate designs on the clothing and accessories. The people and animals are depicted in dynamic poses, giving a sense of movement and energy. The Detroit Institute of Arts holds this painting.

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