Raja Jikha of Delhi Holding a Meeting on a Terrace
1800-1850
Description
The painting features a figure of royal status, denoted by the ornament and black plume in his turban and the attendant behind him holding up a white scarf. He sits under an awning on an enclosed outdoor terrace, on a red rug and against large red pillows. Next to him is a male figure wearing a pink turban and white translucent robe (jama). In front of the two men is a large man with a dark complexion. He wears blue and white striped trousers and a white turban and rode. He holds up a long list in his hand, and his most likely reading aloud its contents.
Dimensions
33.5 x 23.8 cm (13 3/16 x 9 3/8 in.)
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