Artwork
Asavari Ragini
Asavari Ragini is a paint painting by the Baroque artist Nasiruddin. It dates from 1605 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Asavari Ragini is a painting from a ragamala series, depicting a traditional Hindu musical form. It is one of the earliest dated examples of Rajasthani painting.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a woman, likely Asavari ragini, dressed in tribal attire, feeding flowers to a snake in a rocky landscape. She wears a skirt adorned with peacock feathers, symbolizing her association with a specific raga.
Technique & Style
The artwork features soft, glowing colors, predominantly reds and greens, which create a serene atmosphere. The style is characteristic of early Rajasthani painting, with a focus on naturalistic depiction.
History & Provenance
The ragamala series, to which this painting belongs, was created by Nasiruddin at Chawand in 1605. Chawand was the capital of the Mewar kingdom before Udaipur's foundation.
Artist & collection
Artist
Nisardin (fl. 1585–1609, also known as Nasiruddin) was an artist who is credited to have painted the earliest dated set of Rajasthani miniature paintings, called Chawand Ragamala. It is uncertain if he belonged to the…
