“Durzee”
c. 1837-1840
Description
Set against a plain background is a male figure. He is seated on a blue and white carpet and against a large brown container. He wears a long tunic (kurta) with blue flowers and a blue waist sash. He holds a large red fabric with blue flowers in front of him, which obscures his lap. He has a pink turban and a mustache. Next to his right side is a pair of scissors and a black container. Underneath the depiction, written in cursive and black ink is: “Durzee”, which refers to a personal tailor. Company School.
Dimensions
18.6 x 12.2 cm (7 5/16 x 4 13/16 in.)
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