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One of four paintings of Hindu deities.

Unknown

1860

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From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Patna School of Painting Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century

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One of four paintings of Hindu deities. is a 1860 paint by Unknown, a Patna School of Painting work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1860 · Patna School of Painting
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a Hindu deity riding a white bull. The deity has a large green halo and is surrounded by people holding flags and banners. The deity is dressed in ornate clothing and jewelry, and is holding a conch shell and a discus. The people around the deity are wearing traditional Indian clothing and are looking up at the deity with reverence. The background of the painting is a deep orange color, with small white dots scattered throughout. The painting is a beautiful example of Indian art, and it would be interesting to learn more about the artist who created it. To learn more about this style of painting, you could look up the movement of Realism.

The story of this work

Overview

The painting depicts Shiva and Parvati seated on the bull Nandi, accompanied by Brahmins in attendance. Created in 1860 by an unknown artist, it is one of four works portraying Hindu deities.

Read the full account in the museum source.