Drawing for an Illustration from a Sat Sai of Bihari Lal Series: The Message of the Eyes

Nainsukh

Created:
Movement:
1790
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key Notes:
Mughal miniature, expressive gaze
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Dimensions:
Image (sight): 5 1/2 x 8 1/8 in. (14 x 20.6 cm) Framed: 16 x 20 in. (40.6 x 50.8 cm)
medium:
Ochre on paper
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Expert
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Drawing for an Illustration from a Sat Sai of Bihari Lal Series: The Message of the Eyes

The painting "Drawing for an Illustration from a Sat Sai of Bihari Lal Series: The Message of the Eyes," created by Nainsukh in 1790, exemplifies the intricate artistry of the Pahari school of painting. This work, rendered in ochre on paper, reflects the delicate and expressive style characteristic of Nainsukh's oeuvre. Nainsukh, an influential 18th-century Indian painter, is renowned for his contributions to the development of miniature painting in the Pahari region. His works often depict courtly life and religious themes with a refined sense of detail and emotion. This particular piece, part of a series illustrating the Sat Sai of Bihari Lal, highlights the nuanced communication conveyed through the eyes, a common motif in Indian art. Nainsukh's legacy endures through his innovative approach to composition and his ability to capture the subtleties of human expression.

Description of the work:

"Drawing for an Illustration from a Sat Sai of Bihari Lal Series: The Message of the Eyes" by Nainsukh, created in 1790, is an exquisite example of Pahari painting, characterized by its delicate lines and expressive use of ochre on paper. The artwork captures the nuanced emotional exchange conveyed through the eyes, a common theme in Indian miniature painting, and reflects the cultural and artistic traditions of the Kangra region.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Drawing for an Illustration from a Sat Sai of Bihari Lal Series: The Message of the Eyes