Who painted Sassi and Punun?

Sassi and Punun was painted by Unknown in 1800.

Where can I see Sassi and Punun?

Sassi and Punun is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Sassi and Punun?

Sassi and Punun is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Sassi and Punun

Unknown , 1800

Sassi and Punun is a paint painting by the Romanticist artist Unknown. It dates from 1800 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1800, this opaque watercolour on paper captures a poignant moment from the Northern Indian ballad of Sassi and Punun, featuring a camel, multiple figures, and a detailed background.

Subject & Meaning

The painting illustrates a farewell scene from the ballad of Sassi and Punun, with a seated man on a camel, a woman beside it, and two women in the background, conveying emotional departure.

Technique & Style

Executed in opaque watercolour, the work blends meticulous detail (e.g., arched doorway, attire) with a softer, romanticized approach, echoing early 19th-century Romanticism influences.

History & Provenance

Date of creation is established as 1800; specific artist or ownership history not detailed in available information.

Context

Reflects the artistic interest in illustrating regional literary themes during its time, merging local narrative with European-influenced painting styles.