

Battle Scene from a Devi Mahatmya
The image depicts a battle scene with multiple figures. A large, rectangular border surrounds the scene. The scene itself shows a chaotic battle with many people on foot and on horseback. Some are holding weapons. In the lower-left corner, a figure appears to be sitting on the ground. Several people are on horseback. A few figures appear to be flying. The background of the scene is a mix of colors, including green, blue, and brown. The overall color of the image is faded, with shades of brown and beige dominating. The image appears to be an old painting or drawing, possibly on paper or parchment, with visible signs of aging and wear. The title of the artwork is "Battle Scene from a Devi Mahatmya".
Artwork Details
- Date
- late 18th century
- Medium
- Ink, wash, and translucent watercolor on paper
- Culture
- India (Pahari Hills, Guler)
- Dimensions
- 599 × 409 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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