Savitri and the God of Death Yama

anonymous, 1800 - 1900

Savitri, a character from the Indian epic Mahabharata, is the proverbial devoted wife that young women are constantly urged to follow as an example. Savitri stands by her decision to marry Satyavan, a man of her own choosing, despite the prediction that he will die a year later. When the time comes, she impresses the god of death with her wisdom and

  • Artwork typedrawing, Indian miniature
  • Object numberRP-T-1993-372
  • Dimensionsheight 452 mm x width 272 mm
  • Physical characteristicspenseel in kleuren, zwart en zilver