UEA 576
India, Rajasthan, Ghanarao or Jodhpur
Raja Viram Dev of Ghanero out riding with attendants
1770; by the Bikaner artist Shihab al-din
Opaque watercolour and gold on paper
17.3 x 12.5in (43.8 x 31.8cm)
Acquired 1974
The Raja is painted in the typical Mughul equestrian
portrait style. His face is in profile, his large moustache and large red
turban are unmistakably Rajasthani, but his fine flowing costume and
jewellery are painted in the detailed Mughul style. There are quite a lot
of amusing details - attendants on foot carry various objects, a mace, a
tether, a leafy branch and a picnic carpet, and there is even one
attendant running alongside with the huqqa so the Raja can smoke as
he rides. There is general air of enjoyment.
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