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Rama and Sita Being Taken to the Priest to Fix the Wedding Date; page from the Ramayana
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Rama and Sita Being Taken to the Priest to Fix the Wedding Date; page from the Ramayana
Rama and Sita Being Taken to the Priest to Fix the Wedding Date; page from the Ramayana (Tales of God Rama), c. 1700-1710. This painting represents an illustration to the famous Ramayama epic which recounts the story of Rama, a mortal and an ideal ruler who eventually became deified as an incarnation of the Hindu god Vishnu. The scene shows Rama and his consort, Sita, in front of a straw hut, accompanied by four female attendants, as they make their way to see a priest to set their wedding date. This series in known as the " Shangri" set, which takes its name from the place of residence of the Kulu royal family. Originally the set consisted of approximately 270 miniatures and was divided into four distinct groups. This painting represents Style III, characterized by a sparse composition with the figures and objects crisply delineated against a solid yellow background
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Media ID 19640104
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Ink And Colour On Paper Pahari Hills Kulu
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This print captures a scene from the famous Ramayana epic, depicting Rama and Sita on their way to meet a priest to set their wedding date. Painted in the 18th century in the distinctive Shangri style, this artwork showcases the exquisite craftsmanship of Indian heritage art. In this particular painting, Rama and Sita stand before a humble straw hut, accompanied by four female attendants. The figures are crisply delineated against a solid yellow background, creating an intriguing contrast that draws viewers into the scene. The sparse composition adds to the overall elegance of the artwork. The Shangri set, named after the residence of Kulu royal family where it originated from, originally consisted of around 270 miniatures divided into four distinct groups. This specific painting belongs to Style III within this series. The Ramayana is an ancient Hindu epic that tells the story of Rama's journey as both a mortal and an ideal ruler who eventually becomes deified as an incarnation of Vishnu. It is revered for its moral teachings and spiritual significance. Preserved at The Cleveland Museum of Art, this ink and color on paper masterpiece remains unknown in terms of its creator but continues to captivate audiences with its intricate details and rich storytelling.
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