Artwork
"Indra Worships the Elephant-Headed God Ganesha, Seated on a Throne." Folio from the Tehri Garhwal Series of the Gita Govinda
"Indra Worships the Elephant-Headed God Ganesha, Seated on a Throne." Folio from the Tehri Garhwal Series of the Gita Govinda is an unspecified painting by the Mughal Painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1789 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This painting is a folio from the Tehri Garhwal Series of the Gita Govinda, depicting a devotional scene.
About this work
Overview
This painting is a folio from the Tehri Garhwal Series of the Gita Govinda, depicting a devotional scene.
Subject & Meaning
The scene shows a man, dressed in dark blue and orange, worshiping the elephant-headed deity Ganesha, who sits on a golden throne. The man's reverent gesture and Ganesha's elevated position convey a sense of devotion and reverence.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of color and composition achieves a harmonious balance, with the contrast between the man's dark blue and orange clothing and Ganesha's vibrant orange skin adding depth.
Context
The Gita Govinda is a Hindu devotional text, and this painting is part of a series created in the Tehri Garhwal style, likely influenced by regional artistic traditions.
Artist & collection
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