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Tomb of Mumtaz Mahal, Agra.

Unknown

1820

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From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Romanticism Early 19th Century

Dominant colour

Tomb of Mumtaz Mahal, Agra. is a 1820 paint by Unknown, a Romanticism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1820 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a detailed drawing of a tomb. The tomb has multiple levels, each with intricate designs and patterns. The bottom level features a row of flowers, while the top level has a more geometric pattern. The drawing is done in a romantic style, with a focus on beauty and emotion. The use of pastel colors adds to the sense of serenity and calmness. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Romanticism movement.

The story of this work

Overview

One of fifteen watercolors depicting monuments in Agra, Delhi, and Fatehpur Sikri, this drawing portrays the Tomb of Mumtaz Mahal in Agra. Created around 1820, the work is part of a collection associated with Lord Amherst, who served as Governor-General of India from 1823 to 1828, and his wife, an accomplished watercolorist.

Read the full account in the museum source.