Pavani Chourasia
Art Researcher
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17th Century • India
Jahangir and his Father, Akbar
Research based on 4 sources
Dance of the Demons
The painting is really interesting and unique in that it unsettles you at first but then you realise that the painter is trying to depict sufi saints as a demons. This makes sense since death of sufi saints is revered as urs, marriage to god,…
Buddhist Painting of Heungguksa Temple (Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva)
The depiction of Avlokiteswara in South Korea, intrigues me and makes me wonder about cultural diffusion. That a deity originating in the indian subcontinent is a prominent deity in south korea is utterly fascinating and the painting capture exactly that emotion.
Charles III Eating before His Court
the painting is extremely grand and overwhelming to in the first look. it perfectly captures the spirit of the neo classical post enlightenment art.
Mahiya frees Zambur, Beheads his sleeping guards, and suspends Gharrad in his stead
The artwork is quite disturbing, it depicts the slaying of several men. However, the skill of the artist cannot be overlooked since he has shown such a gruesome act with a softness in his brush.
Leaf of the Razamnama
The painting is typical Mughal miniature painting as is evident by the borders, the style of figures and the colours. It depicts the scene where Babur is meeting his sisters. This artwork provides a glimpse into the harem. That the sister bending down to touch…
Milan Central Station in 1889 (La stazione centrale di Milano nel 1889)
Looking at this painting I'm transported to a quieter Milan, one that is not overflowing with strangers in constant movement. The soft and warm colours provide a sort of intimacy, a feeling of peace and stillness. The arrival of the steam locomotives intro the station…