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Jesus among the doctors in the Temple

Mir Kalan Khan

1760

unspecified

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Patna School of Painting Mughal Painting Romanticism 18th Century Religious Lucknow Mughal

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Jesus among the doctors in the Temple is a 1760 unspecified by Mir Kalan Khan, a Patna School of Painting work, depicting Lucknow, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Mir Kalan Khan
When & what style?: 1760 · Patna School of Painting
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a young Jesus kneeling in the center, surrounded by a group of men in a courtyard. He is wearing a blue robe and has a halo around his head. The men are dressed in various outfits, some with turbans or hats, and are gesturing towards Jesus. In the background, there is a large building with columns and arches, and trees can be seen through the openings. The scene is depicted in a detailed and colorful manner, with intricate patterns and designs on the clothing and architecture. The overall atmosphere is one of reverence and attention, as the men seem to be listening intently to Jesus. For more information on this style of art, explore the Romanticism movement.