DrawingsIndian18th century

Lovers in a Pavilion

c. 1760

Artists

The Kota MasterArtist

Description

The drawing features a glimpse into a pavilion where a couple is in amorous embrace on the floor. Rajput Style, Kota School.

Classification

Drawings

Medium

Ink on paper; Rajput Style, Kota School

Culture

Indian

Century

18th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Islamic & Later Indian Art

Dimensions

19.6 x 15.4 cm (7 11/16 x 6 1/16 in.)

Provenance

Stuart Cary Welch (by 1983 - 2008,) by descent; to his estate (2008-2009,) gift; to Harvard Art Museum. Notes: Object was part of long-term loan to Museum in 1983.

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