Untitled

Created in 1777 in India, this work on paper utilizing red ochre and wash is attributed to a first-generation master following the style of Nainsukh. While internal records list the artist simply as Nainsukh, broader cataloging identifies the creator as a successor within that artistic lineage. The painting, which depicts an equestrian scene featuring a man and a horse, has been incorporated into the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, where it is currently held.

The work measures 21.3 by 28.9 centimeters. No specific details regarding the original commission or intermediate ownership history prior to its museum acquisition are provided in the available records.

The painting is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, where it is recorded as a work attributed to a first-generation master working after Nainsukh. According to the Wikidata record, its inception is dated to 1777 and it was made in India. The medium is red ochre and wash on paper, depicting an equestrian scene with a horse and a man.

No specific inventory or accession number is provided in the available sources, and no exhibition history is documented.

Nainsukh's Untitled, created around 1778, is a painting executed in red ochre and wash on paper. This genre scene captures a moment involving equestrianism, specifically depicting a horse being led by two figures. The composition is characterized by its minimalist approach, focusing on the essential elements of the scene without extensive background detail, typical of the artist's refined aesthetic.

Nainsukh worked for a small royal court situated in the Pahari hills of India. This patronage environment often influenced artistic production, encouraging a style that was both refined and efficient. The artist's practice reflected the demands of his patrons, where the ability to convey a story or scene with minimal resources and without wasting materials like ink or paper was highly valued.