Artwork
Portrait of Gadadhar Prasad
Portrait of Gadadhar Prasad is an unspecified painting. It dates from 1891 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. This painting presents a formal depiction of Gadadhar Prasad, seated within a richly decorated interior.
About this work
Subject & Meaning
Created in 1881, the painting functions as a formal representation of the individual, adhering to the conventions of the portrait genre.
The work depicts Gadadhar Prasad, as indicated by its title, presenting him as the sole subject of this portrait. Created in 1881, the painting functions as a formal representation of the individual, adhering to the conventions of the portrait genre. The available records identify the sitter by name but do not provide further details regarding specific iconographic elements, symbolic attributes, or deeper allegorical meanings associated with the figure or the composition.
History & Provenance
The Portrait of Gadadhar Prasad was created in 1881 as a painted portrait. The work is attributed to an unknown artist. It was acquired by the Cleveland Museum of Art, where it is currently held as part of their collection under the accession number 2018.173. The museum records indicate the painting's inception date as January 1, 1881.
Overview
This painting presents a formal depiction of Gadadhar Prasad, seated within a richly decorated interior. The subject is centrally positioned against a bright yellow wall punctuated by three arched windows. The composition conveys a sense of balance and order, with intricate patterns and vibrant colors contributing to the overall visual richness of the scene.
Artist & collection
