Untitled
The Met
Artist: Unknown
Date: ca.1800
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Ink and opaque watercolor on paper
Dimensions: Overall: 12 1/2 x 9 1/2 in. (31.8 x 24.1 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of Jeffrey Paley, 1974
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
Multi-armed figure on a bird above a battle with chariots, elephants, and figures
Detailed Description
A dynamic battle scene unfolds against a light blue background and green landscape, with a multi-armed figure positioned in the sky. In the upper left, a blue-skinned, multi-armed figure, wearing yellow garments and a white garland, is shown in mid-air, riding a large green bird-like creature. The figure holds a bow and arrow, aimed towards the battle below. In the upper right, several smaller figures are visible within white clouds, some appearing to be in small boats, positioned above the scene. The lower two-thirds of the image show a large-scale battle unfolding on rolling green hills. On the left, a golden chariot pulled by two brown horses moves forward. Two figures are in the chariot; one appears to be driving, and the other, wearing a turban and armor, holds a spear. Behind the chariot, a figure with dark hair and a beard is depicted, possibly falling or in motion. On the right, a large white elephant, adorned with red and gold, carries a figure in a turban and armor. Behind the elephant, a dense formation of figures, many holding spears and round shields, moves up a green hill. Their shields are black or dark, and they wear various colored garments and turbans. The scene contains detailed figures and bright, contrasting colors.
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