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Raja Prithi Singh, by Unknown, paint, 1890

Raja Prithi Singh

Unknown

1890

paint

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Raja Prithi Singh is a 1890 paint by Unknown, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1890 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a man sitting with one leg crossed. He’s wearing a yellow hat, a pink and white robe with black trim, and a long fur coat. His face is serious, with a thick mustache and a small red mark on his cheek. The background is a simple beige with a yellow circle behind him. The brushstrokes are loose and quick, giving the clothes a textured look. It’s not super detailed, but you can still tell he’s dressed for something important. If you like this style, check out Realism next—it’s all about showing people and places just as they appear.

The story of this work

Overview

A watercolour painting over a photograph depicts Raja Prithi Singh of Ghalawar.

Read the full account in the museum source.

About the artist

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