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Rag Megh Malar, Page from a Jaipur Ragamala Set

Unknown

1757

unspecified

From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago

18th Century

Dominant colour

Rag Megh Malar, Page from a Jaipur Ragamala Set is a 1757 unspecified by Unknown, held at Art Institute of Chicago.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1757
Where can I see it?: Art Institute of Chicago

About this work

In this painting, a blue-skinned figure with a yellow dhoti and a crown is depicted dancing under a tree. The figure is surrounded by eight women, all dressed in colorful saris, who are watching the dance. One of the women is holding a stick, while another is holding a cloth. The scene is set in a lush green landscape with flowers and a white dog in the foreground. The painting features a vibrant color palette, with shades of green, yellow, blue, and pink. The background of the painting is a dark blue sky with clouds, adding depth to the scene. This painting is held at the Art Institute of Chicago.