Une Nautch; from Twenty four Plates Illustrative of Hindoo and European Manners in Bengal 1832

"Une Nautch" (1832) by Alexandre-Marie Colin depicts a European officer in a lavishly decorated room in Bengal, India, witnessing a nautch performance. The scene showcases the fusion of European and Indian cultures during the British Raj. The nautch dancer, dressed in vibrant pink and gold, dances with graceful fluidity, while musicians play traditional instruments. The officer's presence, alongside other figures, highlights the growing cultural exchange and social interactions between Europeans and Indians in the 19th century. This lithograph, held by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into the vibrant cultural landscape of colonial India.