Bhagirathi and Bhagirath
1890
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1890
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Dominant colour
Bhagirathi and Bhagirath is a 1890 paint by Unknown, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows two figures standing on a wavy blue surface that looks like water. The person on the left is kneeling, wearing a red outfit with gold and white details, and holding a staff with a red flag. They have a golden crown and a blue face. The person on the right is standing, dressed in a purple and yellow outfit, with one arm raised as if gesturing. The bright colors and loose brushstrokes give the scene a lively feel, almost like a quick sketch. The water beneath them looks choppy, but the figures stay steady. If you like this style, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum for more works like it.
A watercolour and tin alloy painting on cardboard depicts the goddess Ganga descending to Earth at the behest of the king Bhagirath, who sought her life-giving waters to absolve his ancestors' sins.
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