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Kubera, the god of wealth and guardian of the north, riding on a horse

Unknown

1820

paint

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Romanticism Early 19th Century

Dominant colour

Kubera, the god of wealth and guardian of the north, riding on a horse is a 1820 paint by Unknown, a Romanticism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1820 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

A man sits tall on a white horse, gripping a sword in his right hand. His clothes are bright—gold, red, and purple—covered in tiny patterns and jewels. The horse’s bridle and saddle are just as decorated, with red tassels dangling from its legs. The background is plain, so the colors pop even more. The horse’s hooves are mid-air, like it’s trotting fast. The rider’s crown is shaped like a spiky helmet, and his face looks calm but focused. This painting is from the Victoria and Albert Museum.

The story of this work

Overview

Kubera, the god of wealth and guardian of the north, is depicted riding a richly adorned white horse, dressed in royal attire and having a golden complexion. He is shown with two arms, holding a sword in his right hand and the reins in his left.

Read the full account in the museum source.