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Nainsukh

ca. 1775–80 · Ink and transparent watercolor on paper · Asian Art

This sketch fits within the body of preparatory work by the Seu family painter Nainsukh. In particular, the facial features and the drapery conventions are elements that relate to a well-known series by him. The use of light color washes provides insight into how this artist worked toward finished paintings.

Artist

Nainsukh

Date

ca. 1775–80

Medium

Ink and transparent watercolor on paper

Culture

India (Pahari Hills, Kangra)

Department

Asian Art

Credit line

Gift of Subhash Kapoor, in memory of his parents, Smt Shashi Kanta and Shree Parshotam Ram Kapoor, 2008