Vivacha Raga
1700
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1700
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Vivacha Raga is a 1700 paint by Unknown, a Baroque work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
The painting depicts two individuals, one holding a sword and the other a fan, standing in front of a red background. The person on the left wears an orange dress and a white headdress adorned with feathers, while the person on the right is dressed in a pink outfit and an orange headband. The painting features a unique style, with bold lines and vibrant colors. The use of red and orange hues creates a sense of warmth and energy. This painting is reminiscent of the Baroque movement, characterized by its dramatic lighting and intense emotions. To learn more about this style, explore the Baroque movement.
A Ragamala painting in opaque watercolour on paper from 1700 illustrates the musical mode *Vivacha Raga*, showing a prince playing drums while a servant holds a fly whisk above him. The scene is framed by an inscription in Takri script along the top border.
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