Sikh marriage procession
1860
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1860
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Sikh marriage procession is a 1860 paint by Unknown, a company_painting work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows a Sikh marriage procession. It's a vibrant scene with many people and horses. The interesting thing about this work is that it was made by an Indian artist for a European audience, which is why it blends Indian and Western styles, and this blend is a notable aspect of "Company paintings" which were often sold in bazaars. You can learn more about this style by looking into the technique of chiaroscuro.
