One of three drawings of Indian craftsmen.
1870
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1870
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
One of three drawings of Indian craftsmen. is a 1870 paint by Unknown, a Patna School of Painting work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows two men working in a small, dimly lit room. One sits on the floor with tools spread around him, while the other kneels nearby, focusing on a piece of metal or wood. The walls are plain, and a wooden shelf holds round metal disks. Bright colors like yellow and purple stand out against the muted tones of the room. The tools and materials suggest they’re making something precise, maybe jewelry or small metal parts. The light comes from the left, casting soft shadows on their faces and hands. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
A drawing from 1870 depicts a craftsman producing looking-glasses, assisted by another individual, with examples of his work displayed in the background. The work was acquired in 1960 from the executors of Mrs. F.P.B. Lory's estate.
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