Artwork
A Malabar doctor and his wife
A Malabar doctor and his wife is a paint painting by the Patna School of Painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1790 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This painting is one of a set depicting various castes and occupations, showing a man and woman standing together against a plain blue background.
Subject & Meaning
The figures are identified as a Malabar doctor and his wife, with their attire and accessories indicating their traditional roles and regional identity. The man's clothing and the woman's jewelry are characteristic of the Malabar region.
Technique & Style
The painting features a simple composition with a plain blue background, emphasizing the figures. The artist has captured the details of the couple's clothing and jewelry, such as the man's turban and the woman's red sari with blue trim.
History & Provenance
The painting was part of a collection transferred from the India Museum in 1879, indicating its origins in a broader documentation of Indian life and occupations.
Artist & collection
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