Maha Modliaar

anoniem, c. 1750 - c. 1800

The maha modliaar served as the intermediary between the Dutch administration and the local population of Sri Lanka. He played a significant role in contacts with the Kandy court, including serving as an interpreter. This might be a portrait of Nicolas Dias Abayasinha Amarasekera, who worked for the VOC for nine years and was an influential figure.

  • Artwork typefigure
  • Object numberNG-2016-10
  • Dimensionsheight 21.9 cm x width 6.3 cm x depth 5 cm
  • Physical characteristicsivoor, sporen van verf en vergulding