Who painted Gunakali Ragini?

Gunakali Ragini was painted by Unknown in 1750.

Where can I see Gunakali Ragini?

Gunakali Ragini is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Gunakali Ragini?

Gunakali Ragini is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Gunakali Ragini

Unknown , 1750

Gunakali Ragini is an unspecified painting by the Baroque artist Unknown. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1954.261
Credit line: Edward L. Whittemore Fund

About this work

Overview

Gunakali Ragini is a painting depicting a princess on a throne, surrounded by attendants, under a floral canopy.

Subject & Meaning

The scene illustrates a verse describing a princess distractedly plucking flowers while lost in thoughts of love. A companion holds a fly whisk above her head, and a musician plays an instrument below, possibly accompanying the mood of the verse.

Technique & Style

The artist has tilted the carpet on which the musician kneels to a vertical plane, showcasing its intricate pattern of stylized water lilies on an orange background with a green border.

Context

This painting is part of a set that pairs visual representations with poems and musical compositions, reflecting a tradition of Rajasthan's artistic expression of royal life.