Maharao Ram Singh II of Kota (r. 1828–66) Hunting Buffalo
1832
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From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1832
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
A man on a white horse swings a sword at a charging buffalo. Around him, servants hold umbrellas, fans, and extra weapons. The scene is packed with movement and color. This painting shows a royal hunt in 19th-century India. The ruler isn’t just hunting—he’s putting on a show. Every servant and object is there to make him look powerful. The buffalo, though fierce, is no match for the king’s display. To see more royal hunts like this, look up *rajput kingdom of kota*.
