Artwork
Indra and Drona
Indra and Drona is a paint painting by the Impressionist artist Unknown. It dates from 1890 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. A 1890 painting on cardboard depicts a combat scene between two figures, rendered in bold colors and simple forms.
About this work
Overview
A 1890 painting on cardboard depicts a combat scene between two figures, rendered in bold colors and simple forms.
Subject & Meaning
The artwork shows Indra and Drona engaged in battle, their identities conveyed through color and action rather than detailed representation.
Technique & Style
The artist employed watercolour and tin alloy on cardboard, using flat colors and clear outlines to create a dynamic, stylized scene. Details like the swirl pattern on the red figure's shield add texture to the otherwise plain composition.
History & Provenance
Created in 1890 by an unknown artist, the painting's origins and early history are not well-documented.
Artist & collection
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