Drawing of a Drummer with a White Turban and Beard
DrawingsIndian18th century

Drawing of a Drummer with a White Turban and Beard

18th century

Description

At the center of the page is a seated drummer playing a pakhawaj, a type of Indian percussion instrument. The figure wears a white turban and a long robe (jama). He bears white hair and a white beard. Rajput style, Kota school.

Classification
Drawings
Medium
Ink and opaque white watercolor on paper; Rajput Style, Kota School
Culture
Indian
Century
18th century
Division
Asian and Mediterranean Art
Department
Department of Islamic & Later Indian Art

Dimensions

14 x 11.9 cm (5 1/2 x 4 11/16 in.)

Provenance

Stuart Cary Welch (by 1976 - 2008,) by descent; to his estate (2008-2009,) gift; to Harvard Art Museum. Notes: Object was part of temporary loan to Museum in 1976.

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