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Woman Spinning Thread

Woman Spinning Thread

Code MICA48
Artist Name Unknown Mica Artist

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Medium: Gouache on Mica
Size: 4x2.7 Inch
Location: Delhi

This captivating gouache on mica miniature depicts a traditionally dressed Indian woman engaged in the timeless act of spinning thread using a spindle. Dressed in a vibrant yellow veil and a patterned white skirt, she embodies rural grace and industriousness. Her red bangles, jewellery, and facial features are delicately highlighted, offering a glimpse into regional fashion and female craftsmanship of the period.

The scene celebrates the domestic and artisan life of Indian women in the 19th century, a recurring subject in mica paintings produced for British collectors interested in ethnographic portrayals. The use of mica gives the artwork a unique sheen, enhancing the fine lines and vivid pigments.

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Arts Of The Earth This artwork is accompanied by an Authenticity Certificate.

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