Artwork
Angel (Peri) Riding a Composite Camel
Angel (Peri) Riding a Composite Camel is an ink painting by the Baroque artist Unknown. It dates from 1700 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago. This painting depicts a winged Peri riding a fantastical camel, rendered in ink wash, gold, and color on paper.
About this work
Overview
This painting depicts a winged Peri riding a fantastical camel, rendered in ink wash, gold, and color on paper. The scene is characterized by its dreamlike quality, achieved through the use of soft ink washes and gold accents.
Subject & Meaning
The Peri, a spirit from Persian mythology, is shown astride a composite camel with equine and leonine features. The fantastical creature is a product of the artist's imagination, blending disparate elements to create a unique being.
Technique & Style
The painting showcases the artist's skillful use of ink wash and cross-hatching techniques to create nuanced shading and texture. The gold accents add a sense of luxury and otherworldliness to the scene.
Context
This work is a product of a period when Indian artists were influenced by Persian myths and incorporated them into their art, blending local styles with external narrative traditions.
Artist & collection
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