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Rao Umed Singh of Bundi
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Rao Umed Singh of Bundi
- Object:
Painting
- Place of origin:
Bundi, India (made)
- Date:
ca. 1790 (made)
- Artist/Maker:
Unknown (production)
- Materials and Techniques:
Opaque watercolour on paper
- Museum number:
IS.554-1952
- Gallery location:
In Storage
This dramatic scene shows Rao Umed Singh, who ruled the state of Bundi in Rajasthan from 1749 to ca.1773. He is shown with a halo to indicate his kingship. In one hand he carries a bow, and in the other a sword, with which he slashes at a wild boar which has attacked his horse. The horse is obviously staggering to the ground, its legs flailing and ears pinned back, but Umed Singh has managed to stay mounted.




