A Malabar fortune-teller
1800
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1800
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Dominant colour
A Malabar fortune-teller is a 1800 paint by Unknown, a Romanticism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows two people outdoors, barefoot on sandy ground. The man on the left wears a bright, patterned robe with a red sash and a tall turban, holding a small object in one hand. The woman on the right stands quietly, dressed in a simple white dress with gold jewelry, holding a green cloth bundle. The man’s colorful outfit and confident pose stand out against the plain background. The scene looks like a moment from daily life, not a grand event. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
The painting depicts a Malabar fortune-teller and his wife, part of a series illustrating castes and occupations. The man wears multi-coloured scarves draped over his shoulders and holds a pellet drum, while the woman carries a pot.
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