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Palace Scene with Cheetah on Chain, Prince and Attendant

Palace Scene with Cheetah on Chain, Prince and Attendant, by Unknown, unspecified, 1650
Palace Scene with Cheetah on Chain, Prince and Attendant, by Unknown, unspecified, 1650

Palace Scene with Cheetah on Chain, Prince and Attendant is an unspecified painting by Unknown. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the Detroit Institute of Arts. This painting presents a palace scene featuring a prince and his attendant, with a cheetah on a chain.

About this work

Overview

This painting presents a palace scene featuring a prince and his attendant, with a cheetah on a chain. The composition is characterized by vibrant colors and a sense of grandeur.

Subject & Meaning

The scene depicts a prince seated on a platform, accompanied by an attendant holding a cheetah on a chain. The prince is dressed in a yellow dhoti and holds a fan, suggesting a leisurely or ceremonial context.

Technique & Style

The painting is notable for its use of vibrant colors, which creates a striking contrast with the dark clouds in the blue sky. The artist's choice of colors and composition contributes to the overall sense of opulence and grandeur.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known