Megha Raga by Anonymous

Megha Raga c. 1780

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drawing, ink-on-paper

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drawing

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aged paper

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toned paper

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sketch book

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ink-on-paper

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personal sketchbook

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ink drawing experimentation

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sketchbook drawing

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watercolour illustration

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storyboard and sketchbook work

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sketchbook art

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watercolor

"Megha Raga" is an 18th-century Indian miniature painting depicting the musical mode "Megha Raga" with a figure of the Hindu deity, Krishna. It is an example of Indian miniature painting which developed during the Mughal period, employing a sophisticated and detailed style. This small work, measuring just over 9 inches high, features vivid colors and intricately rendered details. The painting showcases the importance of music and the divine in Indian culture, making it a compelling example of Indian miniature art.

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