Satyaki
1890
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1890
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Dominant colour
Satyaki is a 1890 paint by Unknown, a Impressionism work, depicting Kalighat, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting depicts two men in profile, facing each other. The man on the left wears a red robe and a purple turban, while the man on the right is dressed in a blue robe and a matching turban. The man in blue holds a bow and arrow, pointing it at the other man. The painting's style is characterized by bold lines and vibrant colors, with a focus on capturing the emotional intensity of the scene. The use of red and blue hues adds a sense of drama and tension to the image. The painting is part of the Kalighat style, which is known for its bold and expressive depictions of everyday life and mythology.
A watercolour and tin alloy on cardboard painting from 1890 depicts the death of Satyaki, a kinsman of Krishna, as revenge for the killing of Kritavarma.
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