A fakir and his wife
1790
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1790
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows two people standing side by side against a blue background. The woman on the left wears a dark blue dress and holds a folded fan in one hand. The man on the right is dressed in a long, patterned robe with a tall hat, holding a small cage in one hand and a set of keys in the other. The painting’s bright colors and simple shapes make it feel calm and orderly. The label at the bottom says "Male & Female Fakir," which might hint at their roles or identities. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
