A Woman Pining for her Lover

anoniem, c. 1700 - c. 1750

The pose of the seated figure conveys intense longing. In front of her is a plate of betel quids (leaves that can be chewed), a reference to the arrival of her expected lover. The prepared bed, the separated pairs of birds, and the pollinating insects, however, all point to an unfaithful partner.

  • Artwork typedrawing, Indian miniature
  • Object numberRP-T-1993-488
  • Dimensionsheight 229 mm x width 186 mm, height 256 mm x width 214 mm
  • Physical characteristicsgouache, met pen en zwarte inkt en goud