Artwork
Maharana Jagat Singh II Hunting
Maharana Jagat Singh II Hunting is an unspecified painting by the Baroque artist son of Jiva Jugarsi. It dates from 1747 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1998.102
- Credit line
- John L. Severance Fund
About this work
You see a bright, busy scene: a king on horseback, surrounded by hunters, dogs, and elephants, chasing deer through golden hills.
You see a bright, busy scene: a king on horseback, surrounded by hunters, dogs, and elephants, chasing deer through golden hills.
This painting is huge for its time, about the size of a small table. Most Indian miniatures fit in your hand, but this one was meant to hang in a palace. The king’s name and his friends’ names are written on the back, like a guest list for a royal party.
To see more royal hunts like this, look up the court of Jagat Singh (reigned 1734-51).
Overview
This large painting depicts a royal hunt led by Maharana Jagat Singh II of Udaipur, showcasing the nobility's favored pastime in a vibrant and detailed scene.
Subject & Meaning
The painting illustrates a stately hunt, with the Maharana and his party awaiting prey in a central shooting box, surrounded by servants, animals, and landscape.
Technique & Style
Executed in a style characteristic of Rajasthani secular painting, the work is notable for its size and intricate depiction of varied vegetation, animals, and figures.
History & Provenance
The painting is dated to the reign of Jagat Singh (1734-51) and features an inscription on the reverse side listing the Maharana and other participants in the hunt.
Artist & collection
