A prince celebrating Holi with palace women on a terrace at night (recto); calligraphy of a quatrain (verso)

The image depicts a colorful scene of a prince celebrating Holi with palace women on a terrace at night. The scene is divided into two parts: the top portion shows a large, ornate structure with a flat roof and four pillars, adorned with red and gold accents, situated on a terrace with a gold railing. The background of the top portion features a dark sky with clouds and a full moon, and a body of water with boats. The bottom portion shows a group of people, including the prince and palace women, dressed in traditional Indian attire, with the prince wearing a pink outfit and the women wearing various colors, including pink, yellow, and orange. They are gathered on a gray floor, surrounded by scattered colored powders and several gold objects, including candelabras and pots. The people are engaged in playful activities, such as throwing colored powders. The bottom of the image features two red benches. The overall atmosphere is festive and joyful, capturing a lively moment of celebration.

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Dimensions: 651 × 900 px
Museum Record: View original

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A prince celebrating Holi with palace women on a terrace at night (recto); calligraphy of a quatrain (verso)

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