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The Marriage of Rukmini [Mangal]

Cleveland Museum of Art

The painting depicts a scene titled "The Marriage of Rukmini [Mangal]" by artist Mangal. The artwork shows a colorful Indian-style illustration. The scene takes place in a courtyard with a green lawn and a blue border around the painting. The main building in the scene has yellow walls with orange and blue accents. There are several archways on the right side of the building. In the left foreground, a man in a yellow outfit sits on a bed, smoking a pipe. To his right, an older man with a white beard kneels on a similar bed, gesturing with his hands. On the right side of the scene, a man with a beard stands, wearing a pink outfit and holding a staff. The background includes trees and a gray sky. The overall color palette is vibrant, featuring shades of yellow, orange, pink, green, and blue. The illustration appears to be hand-painted on paper or canvas. The artist's use of color and composition creates a dynamic and engaging scene. The image conveys a sense of cultural richness and tradition.

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1191 × 893 px
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