The Virgin and Child Attended by Angels
1600
unspecified
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
1600
unspecified
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
The Virgin and Child Attended by Angels is a 1600 unspecified by Manohar Das, a Mughal Painting work, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.
This painting features a serene scene with a woman and child at its center, surrounded by angels. The woman, dressed in a white robe, sits on a stone bench, while the child stands beside her. Two angels attend to them, one holding a basket and the other a bowl. The background is a natural setting, complete with trees and rocks. A closer look reveals intricate details in the clothing and accessories of the figures, showcasing the artist's skill in rendering textures and patterns. The overall atmosphere is one of peace and devotion. The artist, Manohar Das, created this beautiful work, which is now held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Manohar Das, also Manohar or Manuhar, (fl. 1582–1624) was an Indian Hindu painter in the Mughal style. Manohar's father Basawan was a master painter in the Mughal emperor's court, where Manohar grew up. His father most…
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