One of eight paintings of occupations and ceremonies.
1850
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1850
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
One of eight paintings of occupations and ceremonies. is a 1850 paint by Unknown, a Patna School of Painting work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This small painting shows a woman weaving cloth with bright colored threads. The mica support makes the colors glow under light. The artist kept the background plain to focus on the work. These mica paintings were made in India for British buyers. Sets of eight showed different jobs and festivals. You can spot tiny details like the loom’s threads. Look next at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Paintings on mica, a naturally occurring mineral, were produced in southern and eastern India and gained popularity among the British. The unusual medium made these works desirable, leading to their export to England in large numbers. These artworks were typically created in sets, with themes including deities, wildlife, occupations, architecture, and regional festivals. One such set from around 1850 depicts occupations and ceremonies.
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