Maharao Umed Singh of Bundi

anonymous, c. 1785 - c. 1795

The ruler Umed Singh’s (1743-1804) passion for horsemanship was well known. The maharao (a Hindu ruler in India) is here portrayed from a high vantage point, lending the image a certain dynamism. This equestrian portrait differs greatly from the prevailing popular standard type, in which the rider and horse are depicted parallel to the ground.

  • Artwork typeIndian miniature
  • Object numberRP-T-1966-78
  • Dimensionsheight 268 mm x width 199 mm
  • Physical characteristicsgouache en goud, penseel in kleuren en dekverf

Identification

  • Title(s)

    Maharao Umed Singh of Bundi

  • Object type

  • Object number

    RP-T-1966-78

  • Description

    Maharaja Umed Singh (1749- ca. 1773), vorst van Bundi gezeten op een grijs paard, een wild zwijn dodend.

Creation

  • Creation

    draftsman (artist): anonymous, Bundi

  • Dating

    c. 1785 - c. 1795

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Material and technique

  • Physical description

    gouache en goud, penseel in kleuren en dekverf

  • Dimensions

    height 268 mm x width 199 mm

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