Artwork

Worship of the Gods (16 of 17)

Worship of the Gods (16 of 17), by Unknown, unspecified
Worship of the Gods (16 of 17), by Unknown, unspecified

Worship of the Gods (16 of 17) is an unspecified painting by Unknown. It is held in the collection of the Detroit Institute of Arts.

About this work

Overview

Worship of the Gods (16 of 17) is a painting that dynamically portrays a scene from Hindu mythology, characterized by vibrant colors and energetic movement.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a multifaceted mythological scene, featuring a white horse, an elephant leaping into a river, figures in distinctive robes (green and white), and a bow-wielding character, collectively alluding to a narrative from Hindu mythology.

Technique & Style

The work employs a bold color palette (notably red, yellow, black, and green) and expressive brushwork to convey dynamic energy, with swirling patterns in the sky and varied textures in the architecture and figures.

Context

While specific contextual details are not provided, the painting's themes and imagery suggest it is part of a broader artistic exploration of Hindu mythology, possibly one of a series (as indicated by '16 of 17').

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

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