Artwork
Jailer Receiving the Mahant of Tarakeshwar in Prison
Jailer Receiving the Mahant of Tarakeshwar in Prison is an unspecified painting by Unknown. It dates from 1896 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
The painting 'Jailer Receiving the Mahant of Tarakeshwar in Prison' depicts a scene with three men in a simple setting. The central figure is seated, while the other two stand on either side.
Subject & Meaning
The central figure, dressed in a yellow cloth and purple sash, appears calm and relaxed. The two flanking figures wear uniforms and hats, suggesting they are jailers, while the seated man may be a spiritual leader, possibly the Mahant of Tarakeshwar.
Technique & Style
The painting features a stark contrast between the calm demeanor of the central figure and the stiff, mask-like faces of the jailers. The artist has used clothing and posture to convey the characters' roles and attitudes.
Artist & collection
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Jailer Receiving the Mahant of Tarakeshwar in Prison