Indra
1890
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1890
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Dominant colour
Indra is a 1890 paint by Unknown, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting depicts a man riding an elephant, dressed in a purple robe with silver dots and a green turban. He holds a spear in his right hand and grasps the elephant's ear with his left. The elephant is white with a red and yellow blanket on its back. The man's facial expression is serious, and he wears a necklace and bracelets. The background of the painting is a light beige color, which provides a subtle contrast to the vibrant colors of the man's clothing and the elephant. The painting's use of bold colors and dynamic composition creates a sense of energy and movement. For more information on this style of painting, explore the movement of Impressionism.
The artwork depicts Indra seated atop the elephant Airavata, rendered in watercolour and tin alloy on cardboard.
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