Sudama was painted by Unknown in 1775.

Where can I see Sudama?

Sudama is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Sudama?

Sudama is associated with Rococo painting.

Artwork

Sudama

Unknown , 1775

Sudama is a paint painting by the Rococo painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1775 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

This 1775 painting, attributed to an unknown artist, is a watercolour on paper work held at the Victoria and Albert Museum.

Subject & Meaning

The painting illustrates an episode from the Bhagavata Purana, depicting Sudama's encounter with Krishna's golden palace in Dwarka. It represents a moment from the Krishna-Sudama narrative, a significant story in Hindu mythology.

Technique & Style

Rendered in opaque watercolour, the work features a detailed landscape with green hills, a sea inhabited by fantastical creatures, and a prominent figure of Sudama in a yellow robe. The artist's use of colour and composition creates a vivid scene.

History & Provenance

Dating to 1775, the painting is attributed to an unknown artist, suggesting it is a product of a regional or traditional Indian art school active during that period.