King Dasaratha and Sumantra
1890
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1890
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
King Dasaratha and Sumantra is a 1890 paint by Unknown, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting depicts a scene with two figures. The man on the left is seated, wearing a purple outfit and a matching turban. He has a mustache and is looking up at the other figure. The second figure, on the right, is standing and dressed in a blue top with red and black stripes, paired with red pants. This person is also looking up, with their hands raised in front of them. The background of the painting is a light beige color, which provides a subtle contrast to the vibrant colors of the figures' clothing. The overall style of the painting suggests a blend of Impressionism and Realism, with attention to detail and a focus on capturing the essence of the scene. The painting's style and technique are reminiscent of other works from the same period, making it a valuable addition to the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection.
A watercolour and tin alloy painting on paper depicts King Dasaratha accompanied by Sumantra. Produced around 1890, the work reflects the Kalighat style, characterized by vivid colours, simplified forms, and quick brushwork. It belongs to a tradition of Bengali artists who, from the 1830s onward, created images blending local mythology with the social and political realities of colonial Calcutta.
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