Maharaja Kharak Singh
1840
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1840
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Maharaja Kharak Singh is a 1840 paint by Unknown, a Patna School of Painting work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows a man sitting cross-legged on a cushion, dressed in bright green and orange robes with gold trim. He wears a yellow turban and holds a small object in his hand. The background is plain, with a light blue sky and a simple wall. The edges of the painting have a decorative border with swirling patterns in blue and gold. The man’s pose and the detailed clothing suggest he might be someone important, possibly a ruler. The colors are vivid, and the lines are smooth, giving the image a polished look. If you like this style, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like it.
A portrait of Maharaja Kharak Singh is rendered in opaque watercolour and gold on paper.
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