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Untitled, by Nainsukh, paint, 1750

Untitled

Nainsukh

1750

paint

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1750 paint by Nainsukh, a Romanticism work, depicting Elephant, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Nainsukh
When & what style?
1750 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a man sitting under a tree with a white shawl over his shoulder. He looks relaxed, almost like he’s taking a quiet break. A small metal cup sits on the ground near his feet. Nainsukh often painted real people in calm moments, not just kings or gods. This scene feels personal, like a snapshot of daily life. If you like this, check out Nainsukh at the Victoria and Albert Museum.

The story of this work

Overview

The work is an opaque watercolor on paper by Nainsukh from 1750, showing Raja Balwant Singh’s favored elephant accompanied by attendants.

Read the full account in the museum source.

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