Drawing of a Girl at a Spinning Wheel

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Description

The drawing depicts a girl at a spinning wheel, in the process of creating yarn. One foot rests on the treadle (pedal), while the other on the base of the machine. Her left hand holds onto a handle near the wheel, while her right holds a spool. Rajput Style, Kota School.

Dimensions

13 x 16 cm (5 1/8 x 6 5/16 in.)

Provenance

Stuart Cary Welch (by 1983 - 2008,) by descent; to his estate (2008-2009,) gift; to Harvard Art Museum. Notes: Object was part of long-term loan to Museum in 1983.