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Shiva and Kama, by Unknown, paint, 1880

Shiva and Kama

Unknown

1880

paint

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

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Overview

Shiva and Kama is a 1880 paint by Unknown, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1880 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows two figures in motion. The figure on the left has long hair and is wearing a yellow and black striped loincloth. The figure on the right is wearing an orange and yellow outfit and is holding a bow and arrow. The background of the painting is beige, with some blue and green accents. The overall style of the painting is impressionistic, with loose brushstrokes and vivid colors. The painting is held at the Victoria and Albert Museum.

The story of this work

Overview

A watercolor and tin alloy painting on paper from 1880 depicts Shiva eliminating Kama with a single gaze.

Read the full account in the museum source.

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