Khalif Uthman

About this work

This painting shows a man sitting on a low cushion, reading a book. He’s dressed in a long green robe and a white turban, with a small table beside him holding a teapot and cup. The background is plain, but the edges have bright flowers and swirling leaves in red, green, and black. The man’s face glows softly, as if lit from behind, which makes him stand out. The colors are flat and bright, with no deep shadows. Look up the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.