Artwork
Raja Karan Singh
Raja Karan Singh is a paint painting by the Baroque artist Unknown. It dates from 1660 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This painting is a portrait of Raja Karan Singh, executed in opaque watercolour on paper. It presents a formal and detailed representation of the subject.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is depicted wearing elaborate attire, including a gold jama with floral patterns, a pearl necklace, and a jewelled belt supporting a Deccani-style sword. He holds a lotus in his right hand, signifying his status and dignity.
Technique & Style
The painting is characterized by its use of bright colors and intricate patterns, showcasing the artist's attention to detail in rendering fabric folds and jewelry. The style is formal and ornate, suggesting a high level of craftsmanship.
Context
The level of detail and the formal style of the painting indicate that it was likely created for a patron of high social standing or as part of a royal commission.
Artist & collection
Domestic Scene
Giacomo and Cardinal Marco, investing Andrea, Abbot of San Zeno, with his Benefice
The Nymph of Fontainebleau
Portrait of a Woman
Madonna and Child with Saints in the Enclosed Garden
Venus and Minerva
Family Group of Four on Sofa
Wall painting from Room H of the Villa of P. Fannius Synistor at Boscoreale
