One of three paintings of Hindu deities.
1850
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1850
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
One of three paintings of Hindu deities. is a 1850 paint by Unknown, a Patna School of Painting work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting depicts a Hindu deity, specifically a Shiva lingam, which is a symbol of the god Shiva. The lingam is a dark blue oval shape with three horizontal white stripes and a white dot in the center. It is wrapped in a white cloth with yellow and blue stripes and sits on a dark blue pedestal. The background of the painting features a tree with green leaves and brown branches, as well as a yellow and brown floor. The painting is done in a realistic style, with attention to detail and texture. The colors are muted, with shades of blue, green, and brown dominating the palette. The overall effect is one of serenity and contemplation. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to explore the movement of Realism.
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