Bhairava Raga
1650
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Bhairava Raga is a 1650 paint by Unknown, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This faded painting shows a courtyard scene with bright colors. On the left, a woman in a green and red dress stands near a red door. To the right, two men in armor face each other, one holding a sword. Behind them, a blue-robed figure sits on a balcony with a yellow pillar. The walls are made of brick, and there’s a small garden with a tree and a statue in the background. The painting looks worn, with some colors peeling away. The figures are flat and stylized, not very realistic. The bright reds and greens stand out against the muted brick walls. If you like this style, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum for more works like it.
