Maharaja Sher Singh
1850
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1850
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Dominant colour
Maharaja Sher Singh is a 1850 paint by Unknown, a Patna School of Painting work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting depicts a man with a dark beard and mustache, wearing a red turban adorned with jewels. He is dressed in a green and gold robe, complemented by a red shawl draped over his shoulders. The man's attire is further embellished with a necklace and earrings, adding to his regal appearance. The man's gaze is directed to the right, and his right hand is raised to his chest. The background of the painting features a light blue hue, which provides a subtle contrast to the vibrant colors of the man's clothing. The level of detail in this painting suggests that it may have been created using a technique such as impasto.
A miniature portrait depicts Maharaja Sher Singh, ruler of Punjab, painted in three-quarter view with the head and shoulders facing right. The work is rendered in paint on ivory against a pale blue background. The artist is not identified, and the painting dates to 1850.
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