Two Hindu Ascetics
1826
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1826
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This drawing shows two barefoot men wrapped in loose, light-colored robes. The older man wears a head covering with a small green plant on top, and both hold simple objects—a string of beads and a rolled cloth. Their skin is dark, and the background is plain, letting them stand out. The title says these are "Hindu ascetics," which means they’re likely holy men who live simply. The older man’s plant on his head might be a symbol of their faith. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
