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Ragini Dhanashri, Page from a Jaipur Ragamala Set

Ragini Dhanashri, Page from a Jaipur Ragamala Set, by Unknown, unspecified, 1757
Ragini Dhanashri, Page from a Jaipur Ragamala Set, by Unknown, unspecified, 1757

Ragini Dhanashri, Page from a Jaipur Ragamala Set is an unspecified painting by the Mughal Painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1757 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago. This painting is a page from a Ragamala set created in Jaipur, depicting a scene known as Ragini Dhanashri.

About this work

Overview

This painting is a page from a Ragamala set created in Jaipur, depicting a scene known as Ragini Dhanashri. It showcases a multifaceted composition with various figures and a horse, divided into two distinct sections.

Subject & Meaning

The scene is divided into two halves: three women seated indoors and a man on horseback passing by three figures outdoors. The women's attire and actions suggest a domestic setting, while the horseman and accompanying figures imply a narrative or symbolic interaction.

Technique & Style

The painting is characterized by intricate detail and a vibrant color palette, including white, red, green, brown, and yellow. The artist's use of color and composition creates a visually complex scene, with many small elements contributing to the overall effect.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

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