Artwork
A Young, Angry Heroine, Folio 28 from a Rasamanjari
A Young, Angry Heroine, Folio 28 from a Rasamanjari is an unspecified painting. It dates from 1617 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
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History & Provenance
The painting A Young, Angry Heroine, identified as Folio 28 from a Rasamanjari series, is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
The painting A Young, Angry Heroine, Folio 28 from a Rasamanjari was created in 1617, as recorded in both the internal corpus and the Cleveland Museum of Art’s records.
It entered the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art in 1960, where it remains held under accession number 1960.52.
The painting A Young, Angry Heroine, identified as Folio 28 from a Rasamanjari series, is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. The institution assigns the work the accession number 1960.52. Created in 1617, this piece remains part of the museum's holdings in Cleveland.
Overview
A Young, Angry Heroine, Folio 28 from a Rasamanjari is a painted illustration that captures a vivid interior scene. Central to the composition is a seated woman on a golden throne, dressed in blue with gold ornaments, and a standing man in red and gold holding a fan. The setting is framed by a red curtain that reveals a white dome topped with twin towers, while a table before the throne holds blue vases and a lute.
Subject & Meaning
The focal figure, a woman with an angry expression, raises a hand in a gesture of frustration, suggesting a narrative moment of tension or confrontation. The accompanying male figure, positioned beside her, appears as a secondary participant, his fan possibly indicating status or a ceremonial role within the depicted episode.
Technique & Style
The work employs a bright palette of reds, blues, and golds, with intricate patterned surfaces that enliven the space. Fine detailing on the jewelry, textiles, and architectural elements reflects a meticulous hand, while the use of perspective places the throne and surrounding objects within a coherent interior.
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