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Female Ascetic (recto), c1600 (recto) Creator: Unknown
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Female Ascetic (recto), c1600 (recto) Creator: Unknown
Female Ascetic (recto), Folio from an Album (image 3 of 4), c1600 (recto)
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1600s Ascetic Bare Feet Border Feet Finger On Lips Foot Hindu Hinduism Ink On Paper Iran Iranian Karnataka Opaque Watercolor Gold And Ink On Paper Persia Persian South East Asia Southeast Asia Southeast Asian Topknot Barefoot Calligraphy Hairdressing Hindoostan Watercolour On Paper Yogini
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This 17th century artwork, titled "Female Ascetic (recto)," showcases the enigmatic beauty and spiritual devotion of a young woman from the Asian continent. The image, created using opaque watercolor and gold and ink on paper, originated in either India, Iran, or Southeast Asia, and is currently housed at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA). The full-length portrait depicts a young woman in an ascetic state, standing with her bare feet planted firmly on the ground and her hands in a contemplative gesture. Her long, dark hair is styled in a topknot, adorned with a nim qalam, a traditional writing instrument, and she wears a simple, yet elegant, white garment. The border of the artwork is decorated with intricate calligraphy, adding to the overall aesthetic appeal. The woman's expression is serene, with her fingers gently touching her lips in a thoughtful gesture. Her posture exudes a sense of strength and determination, reflecting the deep spiritual commitment of the ascetic tradition. The use of color and the delicate application of gold highlights the intricacies of the artwork, making it a stunning example of the rich artistic heritage of Hinduism and other religious traditions in Asia during the 1600s. The artwork's provenance is unknown, but it is believed to have originated from either Karnataka in India, Persia, or Southeast Asia. Regardless of its exact origin, this masterpiece continues to captivate and inspire viewers with its timeless beauty and profound spiritual significance.
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