Question

sgort notes on maru ragini​

Answer 1

Maruragini

painted by Sahibdib Mewar Shaily in 18th century. it is a painting from the series of rangmala painting. the king with his queen is riding camal against a yellow background. foreground is painted in light washes of green. two male escorts are running along the camel.

Answer 2

Answer :

• Maru ragini was painted by the painter of Mewar (Udaipur) namely Sahibdin .

• Maru Ragini is a painting from the Mewar school of Rajasthani miniature painting , which flourished in the 17th and 18th centuries in the present-day state of Rajasthan , India .

• This painting is part of a series of ragamala paintings , which depict various musical modes or ragas in Indian classical music .

• Maru Ragini portrays the raga Maru , which is associated with the season of winter and is said to evoke a feeling of longing and separation .

• The painting depicts a woman playing a veena , a traditional Indian musical instrument , as she gazes into the distance , lost in thought . In the background , a man is shown riding a camel through a desert landscape , further emphasizing the theme of separation and longing .

• The painting is richly detailed and features intricate patterns and designs , as well as a vibrant color palette . It is a prime example of the Mewar school's emphasis on realism and attention to detail , as well as its use of bold colors and stylized compositions .

• Maru Ragini and other ragamala paintings are not only significant works of art but also serve as important cultural artifacts , providing insights into the musical and cultural traditions of India .