An astrologer
1805
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1805
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Dominant colour
An astrologer is a 1805 paint by Unknown, a Romanticism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows two people standing outside in bright light. The woman on the left wears a white dress with red trim and a sari draped over her shoulder. The man on the right has a white outfit with red stripes, a patterned hat, and a stick in his hand. Behind them, a few palm trees and a pale sky fill the background. The man’s hand is resting on his chest, while the woman stands with her hands folded. Their clothes look simple but clean, and the colors are mostly white, red, and earthy tones. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more paintings like this.
The painting depicts an astrologer and his wife, part of a series of 36 works illustrating trades, occupations, and costumes. The figures are set against a background featuring palm and other trees. The work includes an inscription identifying the man as a masalchi or torch-bearer and his wife.
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