Mahabir, Rama and Lakshmana
1885
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1885
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Mahabir, Rama and Lakshmana is a 1885 paint by Unknown, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting depicts a figure with a large tail, wearing a crown and a yellow loincloth. He is holding a fan in his right hand and has a smaller figure on his shoulder. The smaller figure is also wearing a crown and a yellow loincloth. The background of the painting is a muted color. The figure in the painting appears to be a representation of a mythological or religious character. The smaller figure on his shoulder may be a companion or a symbol of his power. The painting's style is reminiscent of traditional Indian art, with bold lines and bright colors. The painting's use of color and composition is characteristic of the Realism movement. The artist's attention to detail and use of symbolism add depth and meaning to the work. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up the technique next.
The painting depicts Mahabir (Hanuman) transporting Rama and Lakshmana on his shoulders, rendered in opaque watercolour on paper. Created in 1885 by an unknown artist, the work was later acquired from Miss M Steele as part of a collection inherited from her mother.
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