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Queen Trisala Nursing the Newborn Mahavira: Folio from a Kalpasutra Manuscript

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a painting of Queen Trisala nursing the newborn Mahavira. The scene is divided into two sections by a horizontal line. The top section features three figures against a blue background. The central figure sits on a throne-like chair with hands resting on knees. Two smaller figures flank the central figure, one on each side. The bottom section shows a woman, Queen Trisala, sitting on a bed holding a baby. Queen Trisala wears a pink sari and large earrings. The baby lies on her lap, covered with a patterned cloth. The background of the bottom section is also blue. The entire image has a red border around the edges. The color palette includes blue, red, pink, gold, and brown. The style is intricate with detailed patterns on clothing and accessories. The overall composition is detailed with ornate designs.

Artwork Details

Date
15th century
Medium
Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
Culture
India (Gujarat)
Dimensions
445 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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