Shiva on Nandi
1750
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1750
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Shiva on Nandi is a 1750 paint by Unknown, a Mughal Painting work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows a man riding a white bull, holding a trident and a vase. He wears a yellow dhoti and a white shawl. The bull has a red and gold blanket on its back. A small figure stands to the right of the bull, and another figure is on the left. The background is green with a blue sky at the top. The man's facial expression is calm, and he seems to be in a peaceful environment. The painting has a serene atmosphere, with soft colors and gentle lines. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of balance and harmony. To learn more about similar paintings, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Painting in opaque watercolour on paper depicts Shiva riding Nandi, accompanied by a sage and a youth. Shiva holds a trident, a lotus, and a lota, while the river Ganges flows from his high-piled hair.
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