Artwork
The Imambara, Lucknow
The Imambara, Lucknow is a paint painting by the Patna School of Painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1795 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
The Imambara, Lucknow is a watercolor painting depicting a scene at the Imambara in Lucknow. It is part of a collection of 49 paintings bound in a volume titled Views in India.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows the Imambara during the Muharram observance, with a grand architectural structure featuring delicate arches and a golden dome. Tiny figures near the steps emphasize the building's scale.
Technique & Style
The artwork blends Indian architectural details with European painting styles, characteristic of artworks created for British visitors in India during the late 18th century.
History & Provenance
The volume containing this painting was acquired on March 4, 1887, from Mr. T. Toon of Leicester Square for £50, as documented in museum records during a 2023 provenance research project.
Artist & collection
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