DrawingsIndian18th-19th century

Amorous Couple

18th-19th century

Description

A Rajput prince, distinguished by his elaborate turban, and his consort are engaged in a complicated, amorous position. Rajput Style.

Classification

Drawings

Medium

Ink and opaque watercolor on paper

Culture

Indian

Century

18th-19th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Islamic & Later Indian Art

Dimensions

14.3 x 9.7 cm (5 5/8 x 3 13/16 in.)

Provenance

Stuart Cary Welch (by 1969 - 2008,) by descent; to his estate (2008-2009,) gift; to Harvard Art Museum. Notes: Object was part of temporary loan to Museum in 1969.

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