ManuscriptsIndian18th century

The Resourceful Lover

mid 18th century

Description

The painting features an amorous couple on a daybed near a river. As a wild elephant charges towards them, the male figure holds up a black shield and large, gold mace to protect himself and his lover. Rajput Style, Mewar School.

Classification

Manuscripts

Medium

Opaque watercolor and silver on paper; Rajput Style, Mewar School

Culture

Indian

Century

18th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Islamic & Later Indian Art

Dimensions

23.5 x 14.29 cm (9 1/4 x 5 5/8 in.)

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