Who painted Laila and Majnun?

Laila and Majnun was painted by Unknown in 1850.

Where can I see Laila and Majnun?

Laila and Majnun is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

Artwork

Laila and Majnun

Laila and Majnun is a paint painting by Unknown. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Laila and Majnun is a painting created in 1850 using opaque watercolour on paper. It depicts a scene of two figures seated on the ground, surrounded by animals and a landscape.

Subject & Meaning

The painting shows Laila and Majnun, two figures from a narrative, playing the board game chaupar. The presence of a tiger and a horse's head adds a dramatic element to the scene, suggesting tension or emotional depth.

Technique & Style

The artwork is executed in opaque watercolour on paper, indicating a level of delicacy and precision. The composition and style suggest a storytelling or narrative element, with the figures and animals arranged to convey interaction and drama.

History & Provenance

The painting was transferred from the Department of Engraving, Illustration & Design with the reference RP 51/2237, indicating its previous classification and handling within a collection or institution.