A clerk and his wife
1770
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1770
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Two people sit side by side on a simple bench. The man wears a white turban and loose shirt. The woman has a red sari and gold jewelry. They hold small objects that hint at their work. Most of these caste paintings show just one person. These two are shown together, unusual for the set. The shadows on the floor are long and dark, almost cartoonish. Check out this album of South Indian trades at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
