Raja Sidh Sen

About this work

This painting shows a man sitting on a low platform, dressed in bright red and white clothes. He wears a matching red turban with a long black feather, and a necklace with a pendant. In his right hand, he holds a curved sword upright, while his left hand rests on his knee. The background is a simple dark blue, and the edges of the painting have a golden-brown border. The man’s outfit and the sword suggest he might be someone important, possibly a ruler or warrior. His relaxed pose, despite holding a weapon, gives a calm but powerful feel. Look up the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.