A warrior 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 a warrior and his wife. The warrior is dressed in traditional clothing, and the couple is posed in a formal setting. This painting is one of a set of 16 that depict different castes and occupations, which is interesting because it shows the variety of people in India at that time. You can learn more about this style by looking into the technique of sfumato.
