Rama and Kumbhakama
1890
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1890
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Dominant colour
Rama and Kumbhakama is a 1890 paint by Unknown, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows two figures in bright, flat colors. The person on the left wears a red outfit with black shoes and a blue face, holding a sword. The figure on the right is kneeling, dressed in blue and yellow, aiming a bow at the other person. Both have dark outlines and bold patterns. The scene looks like it’s from a story, with one character attacking another. The colors are simple but striking, and the figures are drawn in a way that feels both bold and balanced. If you like this style, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum for more works like it.
This watercolour and tin alloy painting on paper depicts a scene from the Ramayana, showing Rama killing Kumbhakarna, Ravana's brother. Created in Calcutta in 1890, it reflects the Kalighat painting tradition, characterized by bold colors, simplified figures, and quick brushwork. The artwork reflects local mythology and historical context during the period when Calcutta served as the capital of British India.
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