A Qajar prince and his attendant
1820
unspecified
From the collection of British Museum
1820
unspecified
From the collection of British Museum
This painting depicts a Qajar prince and his attendant standing in front of a landscape. The prince is dressed in an elaborate red robe with white and gold accents, while the attendant wears a blue robe with an orange skirt. The prince holds a dagger in his right hand, and the attendant holds a long rifle in his left hand. The prince's outfit is adorned with intricate details, including a black hat with a white feather and a large brooch on his chest. The attendant's rifle has an ornate design on the barrel, and he wears a white sash around his waist. The painting is a great example of History Painting, and you can learn more about this technique by exploring the British Museum's collection.
