Artwork
Vishnu, Garuda and Hanuman
Vishnu, Garuda and Hanuman is a paint painting by the Patna School of Painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1830 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This painting, created around 1830, is a gouache work on wood depicting three figures.
About this work
Overview
This painting, created around 1830, is a gouache work on wood depicting three figures. It showcases a central dark-skinned figure flanked by a blue and a yellow figure, set against a vibrant, patterned background.
Subject & Meaning
The central figure, adorned with gold jewelry and a green skirt, is Vishnu, a major Hindu deity. He is accompanied by Garuda, a blue bird-like humanoid, and Hanuman, a monkey-faced figure, both of whom are significant in Hindu mythology and are depicted as worshipping Vishnu.
Technique & Style
The painting is characterized by its use of bold colors and intricate patterns, reflecting a style that values dramatic and vivid representation. The swirling background and the detailed attire of the figures demonstrate a high level of craftsmanship in gouache on wood.
Artist & collection
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