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Taurus, from a “Mandi Astrology Series”
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Standing for the astrological sign Taurus, the large-scale bull fills the space like a graceful icon behind a much smaller herd of cows. Pure white in color and in perfect profile, he has been adorned with a string of bells, a jeweled diadem, and decorative tips on his horns. A fine textile with gold leafy arabesque patterns sets him apart from oxen, dairy cows, and even the elephants in the distant background.
| Artist / Maker | Sanju |
|---|---|
| Date | c. 1810 |
| Culture / Origin | Northern India, Pahari kingdoms |
| Medium | Gum tempera and gold on paper |
| Dimensions | 27 x 22.2 cm (10 5/8 x 8 3/4 in.) |
| Department | Indian and Southeast Asian Art |
| Type | Painting |
About the Artist
Indian, active late 1700s to early 1800s, Himachal Pradesh, Pahari Hills, Mandi or Kangra Full biography →
Provenance & Source
Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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