Maharana Jagat Singh II of Mewar (r. 1734–51) Dressed as a Bhil, Hunting Deer at Night by Chokha, c. 1735–40. gum tempera, ink, and gold on paper. Cleveland Museum of Art.
Maharana Jagat Singh II of Mewar (r. 1734–51) Dressed as a Bhil, Hunting Deer at Night · Chokha · c. 1735–40 · Cleveland Museum of Art

Maharana Jagat Singh II of Mewar (r. 1734–51) Dressed as a Bhil, Hunting Deer at Night

Chokha

Year
c. 1735–40
Medium
gum tempera, ink, and gold on paper
Collection
Cleveland Museum of Art
License
Public Domain

Maharana Jagat Singh II of Mewar depicted as a Bhil, hunting deer at night. Created by Chokha in Cleveland, Ohio around c. 1735–40. Gum tempera, ink, and gold on paper.

The Maharana is shown in traditional Bhil attire, blending into the nocturnal setting. A unique portrayal for a ruler of Mewar.

Chokha, active in the 18th century India, was known for his detailed and vibrant paintings in the Rajput style.

Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, Ohio, https://clevelandart.org/art/2018.146

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