A Lady Gazing at Doves
The image depicts a painting titled "A Lady Gazing at Doves" by an artist. The painting features a woman seated on a platform; she wears a blue dress with gold accents and a blue head covering. The woman's face is partially covered by her hand. She sits on a brown platform with a red rope and a tassel hanging down. Behind her, another woman in a pink dress and head covering holds a long, green object. The background includes a beige wall with a white railing and a few decorative designs. Several birds are drawn on the ground. The painting has a red border and features two blue and white swirls at the top.
Artwork details
- Date:
- ca. 1780–1800
- Medium:
- Ink and opaque watercolor on paper
- Culture:
- India (Punjab Hills, Mandi)
- Dimensions:
- 472 × 625 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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