Indrajit Makes Offerings: Folio from the Siege of Lanka series 1715 - 1735

"Indrajit Makes Offerings" is a folio from the "Siege of Lanka" series, painted by Manaku, an Indian artist who lived between 1715 and 1770. This detailed black and white drawing, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art collection, features a scene of Indrajit, a character from the Hindu epic Ramayana, performing a ritual offering. The drawing, dating back to the 18th century, captures the intricate details of architecture, figures, and the natural landscape of the scene. The folio's depiction of this pivotal moment from the Ramayana, with its delicate linework and precise details, reflects the artistic styles prevalent in Mughal and Rajput painting traditions during this period.