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Leaf from a Kalighat album: Rama and Sita enthroned (recto); Garuda carrying Balarama and Krishna (verso)

Unknown

1890

unspecified

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Impressionism Mughal Painting Realism Late 19th Century Religious Bengal Kalighat Kolkata

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Leaf from a Kalighat album: Rama and Sita enthroned (recto); Garuda carrying Balarama and Krishna (verso) is a 1890 unspecified by Unknown, a Impressionism work, depicting Bengal, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1890 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

The painting is a vibrant depiction of two scenes. On the left, a regal couple sits on a throne, surrounded by attendants and a dog. The man wears a red and white checkered vest, while the woman is adorned in a red sari. On the right, a large bird with outstretched wings carries two figures, one in blue and the other in yellow. The artwork showcases a unique blend of Impressionism and Realism, with bold brushstrokes and vivid colors. The use of yellow and red hues creates a sense of warmth and energy. This painting is reminiscent of the works of artists who explored the themes of bengal, kolkata, and kalighat.