Artwork

Portrait of Gadadhar Prasad

Portrait of Gadadhar Prasad, unspecified, 1891
Portrait of Gadadhar Prasad, unspecified, 1891

Portrait of Gadadhar Prasad is an unspecified painting. It dates from 1891 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. This painting presents a formal depiction of Gadadhar Prasad, seated within a richly decorated interior.

About this work

Overview

This painting presents a formal depiction of Gadadhar Prasad, seated within a richly decorated interior. The subject is centrally positioned against a bright yellow wall punctuated by three arched windows. The composition conveys a sense of balance and order, with intricate patterns and vibrant colors contributing to the overall visual richness of the scene.

Subject & Meaning

He wears a long, patterned brown coat, a green sash, and a brown hat, holding a small white cloth in his hands.

Gadadhar Prasad is portrayed with a calm demeanor, looking directly at the viewer. He wears a long, patterned brown coat, a green sash, and a brown hat, holding a small white cloth in his hands. The surrounding environment, featuring a floor adorned with flowers and vines, and walls detailed with green trim and metallic accents, underscores the subject's dignified presence and the painting's decorative aesthetic.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: Cleveland Museum of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.