Durga
1850
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1850
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Durga is a 1850 paint by Unknown, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting depicts a woman, likely a goddess, seated on a throne. She wears a white and red sari, adorned with gold jewelry, and has a halo around her head. Her right hand is raised, and her left hand rests on her lap. The throne is decorated with gold accents and black and gold patterns. In the background, there are trees, clouds, and a body of water. A tiger is visible at the bottom right corner of the painting. The woman's facial expression is serene, and her posture conveys a sense of power and authority. The use of gold accents and intricate patterns adds to the overall sense of opulence and grandeur. The background elements, such as the trees and clouds, create a sense of depth and atmosphere. This painting is part of the collection at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
The artwork is an opaque watercolor on paper painting from 1850, depicting the goddess Durga seated on a throne.
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