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Megha-Nada (Indrajit, Son of Radha), by Unknown, unspecified, 1890

Megha-Nada (Indrajit, Son of Radha)

Unknown

1890

unspecified

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Megha-Nada (Indrajit, Son of Radha) is a 1890 unspecified by Unknown, a Patna School of Painting work, depicting Bengal, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1890 · Patna School of Painting
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a man in a red tunic and crown, wielding a sword in his right hand. He is accompanied by a woman in a red dress and a figure in a pink onesie. The man's attire and the woman's dress are adorned with intricate designs. The man's facial expression and posture convey a sense of intensity, while the woman appears to be cowering in fear. The figure in the pink onesie seems to be attempting to restrain the man. The painting's use of bold colors and dynamic composition creates a sense of tension and energy. The artist's skillful rendering of the figures and their interactions draws the viewer's attention to the central drama unfolding in the scene. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the technique further.

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