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Illustrations to Life of Dhurva Maharaj: #16 All of them go to Dhurva hoping to break his concentration, and to deter him in his mission of seeing God

Unknown , 1800

Illustrations to Life of Dhurva Maharaj: #16 All of them go to Dhurva hoping to break his concentration, and to deter him in his mission of seeing God, by Unknown, unspecified, 1800
Illustrations to Life of Dhurva Maharaj: #16 All of them go to Dhurva hoping to break his concentration, and to deter him in his mission of seeing God, by Unknown, unspecified, 1800

Illustrations to Life of Dhurva Maharaj: #16 All of them go to Dhurva hoping to break his concentration, and to deter him in his mission of seeing God is an unspecified painting by the Patna School of Painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1800 and is held in the collection of the Detroit Institute of Arts. This painting is one of a series illustrating the life of Dhurva Maharaj, depicting a scene where a group of people approach him.

About this work

Overview

This painting is one of a series illustrating the life of Dhurva Maharaj, depicting a scene where a group of people approach him.

Subject & Meaning

The image shows figures in yellow robes, likely representing a group attempting to distract Dhurva from his spiritual quest, surrounded by a serene natural environment with various animals.

Technique & Style

The artist employs traditional techniques, using earthy tones and shades of green to create a harmonious atmosphere, with a balanced composition that conveys depth.

Context

The painting is part of a series illustrating the life of Dhurva Maharaj, suggesting a narrative or devotional context.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

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Who painted Illustrations to Life of Dhurva Maharaj: #16 All of them go to Dhurva hoping to break his concentration, and to deter him in his mission of seeing God?

Illustrations to Life of Dhurva Maharaj: #16 All of them go to Dhurva hoping to break his concentration, and to deter him in his mission of seeing God was painted by Unknown in 1800.

Where can I see Illustrations to Life of Dhurva Maharaj: #16 All of them go to Dhurva hoping to break his concentration, and to deter him in his mission of seeing God?

Illustrations to Life of Dhurva Maharaj: #16 All of them go to Dhurva hoping to break his concentration, and to deter him in his mission of seeing God is held by Detroit Institute of Arts.

What movement is Illustrations to Life of Dhurva Maharaj: #16 All of them go to Dhurva hoping to break his concentration, and to deter him in his mission of seeing God?

Illustrations to Life of Dhurva Maharaj: #16 All of them go to Dhurva hoping to break his concentration, and to deter him in his mission of seeing God is associated with Patna School of Painting.