Matsya
1850
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1850
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Matsya is a 1850 paint by Unknown, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows a bright outdoor scene with a group of people and a strange, half-human, half-fish figure. The sky is blue with fluffy clouds, and the background has trees, buildings, and a grassy area. One person is dancing or playing, while others watch or join in. The fish-like figure has a human face and body but a fish tail, which stands out. The colors are bold—reds, yellows, and greens—with careful attention to detail in the clothing and surroundings. If you like this style, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum for more works like it.
A painting from 1850 depicts Matsya, the fish avatar of Vishnu, rendered in opaque watercolour and gold on paper. The work was transferred from the Department of Engraving, Illustration & Design, with the reference RP 51/2237.
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