Bhairava Raga
1770
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1770
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a quiet garden scene with two levels. On the roof of a white pavilion, a shirtless man sits cross-legged under a tree, while a deer stands nearby. Below, three men are gathered: one kneels, another stands pointing upward, and a third in bright clothes holds a fan. The bright colors and careful details suggest this was made by hand, likely as part of a book or album. The mix of nature and human activity feels calm and deliberate. If you like this style, look up Romanticism next.
