Devagandhari Ragini (painting, recto), from a Ragamala (Garland of Melodies) Series
early 18th century
Description
Devagandhari Ragini is commonly represented by an ascetic in a retreat. In this painting, the ascetic, with long dreadlocks, sits outside of a white structure. An attendant stands behind him, holding up a peacock feather fan. Two female musicians approach the ascetic; one carries a tambura, a type of string instrument, and the other carries a mridagam, a type of drum. This painting is a pictorial metaphor for a raga, a musical phrase that is used as the basis for improvisation. Rajput, Rajasthani, Jaipur School.
Dimensions
painting: 24.2 x 15.5 cm (9 1/2 x 6 1/8 in.) paper: 30 x 22.3 cm (11 13/16 x 8 3/4 in.)
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