Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Unknown in 1715.

Where can I see Untitled?

Untitled is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Untitled?

Untitled is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Untitled

Unknown , 1715

Untitled is a paint painting by the Baroque artist Unknown. It dates from 1715 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

This untitled painting, created around 1715 using opaque watercolor on paper, captures a serene scene of royal leisure and gaming within a traditional Indian setting.

Subject & Meaning

The composition centers on a reclining royal figure being fanned by an attendant with peacock feathers, while three men, dressed in pink and white robes with turbans, engage in a game of chaupar around a red and white board, evoking themes of royalty, leisure, and social interaction.

Technique & Style

Characterized by opaque watercolor on paper, the work features a warm orange background, intricate details of traditional Indian attire, and a white border, reflecting artistic conventions of its time, often associated with the Baroque period in Indian art.

History & Provenance

Acquired from Maggs Bros. for £150, the painting previously belonged to Thakur Iswari Singh of Bilaspur, linking it to the rulers of Bilaspur (1824–1839), though its creation predates this ownership.

Context

The depiction of chaupar, a game similar to Pachisi, and the attire of the figures, situates the painting within the cultural and recreational practices of Indian nobility during the early 18th century.

Legacy

While not extensively detailed here, the painting's preservation and display contribute to the understanding and appreciation of 18th-century Indian art, particularly in showcasing leisure activities and royal life.