Patra Lekhan Nayika on a Terrace with an Elderly Female Attendant
18th-early 19th century
Description
This painting depicts the patar lekhni nayika, a heroine who writes to her lover who is away on a journey. Here, she is shown on an open terrace with her elderly female attendant facing her. Directly in front of her are writing and stationery tools. Pahari Style, Kangra School.
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