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Virahotkanthita Nayika, Yearning for her Lover

ManuscriptsIndian18th century

Virahotkanthita Nayika, Yearning for her Lover

18th century

Description

In this painting, a Virahotkanthita Nayika (“One Distressed by Separation”), a heroine that waits and yearns for her lover to return from a long journey, stands on a terrace. She is accompanied by a female attendant. Rajput Style, Bikaner School.

Classification

Manuscripts

Medium

Opaque watercolor and gold on paper.

Culture

Indian

Century

18th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Islamic & Later Indian Art

Dimensions

19.4 x 12.6 cm (7 5/8 x 4 15/16 in.)

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