Leaf from a Romance of Chandrabhanu and Lavanyavati of Upendra Bhanja (Indian, died 1740)
Two long, narrow, yellow-brown colored strips of paper or parchment, possibly made from palm leaves. The strips have rough, uneven edges. The top strip has three holes and the bottom strip has two holes. The strips feature intricate black line drawings and illustrations of people. The illustrations depict people in various poses and activities, including standing, sitting, and interacting with each other. Some illustrations include trees, plants, and buildings. The top strip includes a section with a decorative border. The bottom strip shows a chaotic scene with many people. The background of the image is light gray.
Artwork details
- Dimensions:
- 900 × 280 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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