Artwork

Sita and Rama

Sita and Rama, by Unknown, paint, 1750
Sita and Rama, by Unknown, paint, 1750

Sita and Rama is a paint painting by Unknown. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This painting, created around 1750 using opaque watercolour on paper, depicts a scene with four figures outdoors.

About this work

Overview

This painting, created around 1750 using opaque watercolour on paper, depicts a scene with four figures outdoors.

Subject & Meaning

The scene shows Sita showing reverence to Rama, who holds a bow and arrows, accompanied by other figures, possibly from the Ramayana narrative.

Technique & Style

The painting features bold, though faded, colours, with reds, blues, and greens contrasting with earthy tones, and displays a style characteristic of its time.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known