Rama and Sita
1720
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1720
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Rama and Sita is a 1720 paint by Unknown, a Baroque work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows a man and a woman standing under a big green tree. The man has dark skin, a crown, and a bow, while the woman wears a red dress and holds a fan. The background is bright yellow with a red border, and the tree has a thick trunk and wide leaves. The woman’s hand rests gently on the man’s arm, suggesting a quiet moment between them. This style of painting comes from the Baroque period, known for its dramatic scenes and bold colors. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
The painting depicts Rama and Sita from a Rasamanjari series, rendered in opaque watercolour on paper around 1720, illustrating Rama's concerns for Sita as a devoted husband.
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