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Dhanasri Ragini, by Unknown, paint, 1720

Dhanasri Ragini

Unknown

1720

paint

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Dhanasri Ragini is a 1720 paint by Unknown, a Baroque work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1720 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a woman sitting on a couch, holding a small deer in her lap. She is wearing a long dress and has a head covering. To her left, another woman is seated on the floor, holding a plate in her hands. The background of the painting is a plain wall with a window. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of serenity and tranquility. The woman on the couch appears to be in a state of relaxation, with the deer resting comfortably in her lap. The woman on the floor seems to be engaged in some sort of activity, possibly offering food or drink to the woman on the couch. The painting's use of soft colors and gentle lines creates a sense of calmness, drawing the viewer's attention to the peaceful scene. To learn more about the artistic style of this painting, explore the Baroque movement.

The story of this work

Overview

The artwork is a painting created in 1720 using opaque watercolours on paper, depicting a scene from the Ragamala tradition that features women alongside a fawn, representing the Dhanasri Ragini.

Read the full account in the museum source.

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