Study for the Head of a Celestial Being

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Study for the Head of a Celestial Being

c. Late 17th century

Artist/maker unknown, Indian

The broad underdrawing for this winged celestial being was made in red. A more complete and careful drawing, in black, was then done over the red. The drawing was then corrected using white paint (much like modern Wite Out). Beneath the white, a few changes are still visible. For example, the artist shifted the feather head ornament to the right and altered its shape and style.

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Object Details

Title:

Study for the Head of a Celestial Being

Date:

c. Late 17th century

Artist:

Artist/maker unknown, Indian

Medium:

Watercolor on paper

Dimensions:

Sheet: 7 1/16 × 11 1/8 inches (17.9 × 28.3 cm)

Classification:

Drawings

Credit Line:

Bequest of Dean Walker, 2006

Accession Number:

2006-53-122

Geography:

Made in Bikaner, Rajasthan, India, Asia

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