A Prince Performs Austerities (recto), from a Romance of Chandrabhanu and Lavanyavati of Upendra Bhanja (1670–1740)
Long, narrow artwork on tan-colored background. The artwork depicts a scene with several elements. Two seated figures with yellow skin are present, one on the left and one on the right side. The left figure sits cross-legged with right hand raised and left hand resting on knee. The right figure sits cross-legged with hands resting on knees. A standing figure with yellow skin is in the center. Several trees and plants are scattered throughout. A structure with a tiled roof and red pillars is on the left. A small black object sits on a pedestal to the left of the seated figure. The artwork has a decorative border on both sides.
Artwork Details
- Dimensions
- 900 × 124 px
- Museum Record
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