Vasakasayya Nayika
Painting
19th century (made)
19th century (made)
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Brush drawing in ink on paper with colour wash. Vasakasayya Nayika, a lady looking at a crow, the symbol of her returning lover. She walks upon a terrace, and throws back her veil as she turns her gaze to the alighting bird.
Object details
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Title | Vasakasayya Nayika (generic title) |
Materials and techniques | Brush drawing in ink and watercolour on paper |
Brief description | Brush drawing, Vasakasayya Nayika, lady looking at crow, ink on paper, Kangra, 19th century |
Physical description | Brush drawing in ink on paper with colour wash. Vasakasayya Nayika, a lady looking at a crow, the symbol of her returning lover. She walks upon a terrace, and throws back her veil as she turns her gaze to the alighting bird. |
Content description | Vasakasayya Nayika, a lady looking at a crow, the symbol of her returning lover. She walks upon a terrace, and throws back her veil as she turns her gaze to the alighting bird. |
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Object history | IM.223 to 240-1924 were bought for £20 for the group. |
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Accession number | IM.235-1924 |
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Record created | October 29, 2002 |
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