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Women Enjoying the River at the Forests Edge, c. 1765. Creator: Hunhar II (Indian
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Women Enjoying the River at the Forests Edge, c. 1765. Creator: Hunhar II (Indian
Women Enjoying the River at the Forests Edge, c. 1765. The image of young women at play, in association with water and the fruiting of trees, such as this mango, has been used in Indian art to signal the idea of prosperity and abundance. Rain clouds approach that will nourish the land. The pairs of women on the banks sample perfumes, and in front of them bowls made of leaves appear to hold jasmine flowers for adorning the hair. One woman smokes a hookah and looks on as two companions frolic in the rivulet. The palaces white marble buildings are barely indicated in the far distance
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Active Mid 1700s Mughal Opaque Watercolour With Gold On Paper Recto Style Of
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The captivating print titled "Women Enjoying the River at the Forests Edge, c. 1765" by Hunhar II transports us to a serene scene in India during the 18th century. The image depicts a group of young women immersed in joyous playfulness along the riverbank, surrounded by lush greenery and an approaching rainstorm. In Indian art, this portrayal of women enjoying water and fruit-bearing trees symbolizes prosperity and abundance. As rain clouds loom overhead, promising nourishment for the land, these pairs of women indulge in sampling perfumes while delicate bowls made from leaves hold jasmine flowers for adorning their hair. Amidst it all, one woman leisurely smokes a hookah as she observes two companions frolicking in the rivulet. Although barely indicated in the far distance, we catch glimpses of white marble buildings that belong to palaces - a testament to opulence and grandeur. The narrow border adorned with gold foliate meander adds an exquisite touch to this masterpiece created using opaque watercolor with gold on paper. This remarkable artwork is part of Heritage Art's collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art. It showcases Hunhar II's exceptional talent for capturing not only intricate details but also evoking emotions through his brushstrokes. Through this print, we are transported back in time to witness a moment filled with beauty, tranquility, and anticipation for nature's bountiful blessings.
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