Malabar weaver caste
1840
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1840
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Dominant colour
Malabar weaver caste is a 1840 paint by Unknown, a Patna School of Painting work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows a man sitting at a large wooden loom, weaving long threads into fabric. The room is dim, with light coming through a small window. Tools like bobbins and a shuttle hang nearby, and the floor is bare. The weaver’s focused posture suggests skill and patience—his hands guide the threads with care. This kind of scene was often used to highlight daily life and craftsmanship during this time. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
A painting from a series of sixteen works illustrating different occupations depicts a member of the Malabar weaver caste engaged in textile production.
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