Artwork
Ladies Shooting from a Pavilion
Ladies Shooting from a Pavilion is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Unknown. It dates from 1830 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1978.50
- Credit line
- Anonymous Gift
About this work
Overview
Ladies Shooting from a Pavilion is a drawing depicting a serene scene of two women shooting bows and arrows.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing shows two women in bright saris on a balcony, aiming at birds in the sky, capturing a quiet moment in time.
Technique & Style
Characteristic of the Kota school, the drawing features flat, bold colors and minimal shading, with the women's calm faces and precise poses indicating a level of formality.
Context
Originating from Kota, a small Rajasthani kingdom, the work reflects the local artistic tradition of depicting royal life.
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