Artwork
Lover's Tryst
Lover's Tryst is an unspecified painting by the Rajput painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1775 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1960.54
- Credit line
- Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt Fund
About this work
Overview
Lover's Tryst is a painting depicting a scene of two individuals in a courtyard. The work showcases a woman on a balcony and a man standing below, set against a backdrop of white brick walls and a roof with distinctive black patterns.
Subject & Meaning
The painting captures a moment of interaction between the two figures, with the woman leaning out from the balcony and the man below holding an object to his face, suggesting a form of communication or signaling.
Technique & Style
The use of bright colors, such as the green sari, red pants, and yellow top, creates a visual contrast with the more subdued tones of the white brick walls. The swirling black patterns on the roof add to the overall decorative effect.
Context
The painting is associated with the Bundi style, a traditional Indian artistic tradition characterized by distinctive visual elements and techniques.
Artist & collection
Lovers on a Terrace: Ramakali Ragini of Hindol, from a Bundi Ragamala
Untitled
Three Musicians Perform Before a King: Shri Raga, from a Ragamala
Two Women Pluck Flowers on a Terrace: Gunakali Ragini, from a Ragamala
Shri Raga, from a Ragamala
Krishna and Radha Quarreling: Shatha Nayaka, from a Rasikapriya
Pancham Raga
Krishna and Consort on a Palace Balcony with Musicians: Vukharo Ragaputra of Bhairav, from the “Boston Ragamala”
Radha and Krishna seated on a balcony
Palace Scene with Cheetah on Chain, Prince and Attendant
Palace women enjoy music by the side of a cascade- Lover's Tryst