Opaque Watercolor Collection

Maharana Sarup Singh Inspects a Prize Stallion, 1845-46. Creator: Tara
Maharana Sarup Singh Inspects a Prize Stallion, 1845-46

The Timid Bride, ca. 1800. Creator: Unknown
The Timid Bride, ca. 1800

Area Broken by Perpendiculars, ca. 1934. Creator: Joseph Schillinger
Area Broken by Perpendiculars, ca. 1934

Kalki Avatar, the Future Incarnation of Vishnu, ca. 1700-1710. Creator: Unknown
Kalki Avatar, the Future Incarnation of Vishnu, ca. 1700-1710. Kalki is described either as a white horse or a warrior on a white horse

Krishna Woos Radha: Page from the Dispersed Boston Rasikapriya (Lovers Breviary), ca
Krishna Woos Radha: Page from the Dispersed " Boston" Rasikapriya (Lovers Breviary), ca. 1610

Curtain of the Tabernacle, one of six illustrated leaves from the Postilla Litteralis (Literal Commentary) of Nicholas of Lyra, ca. 1360-1380. Discussion of the Tabernacle from the book of Exodus

The Gopis Plead with Krishna to Return Their Clothing, Page from a Bhagavata Purana (Ancient Stories of Lord Vishnu) series, ca. 1610

Krishna and Radha, Page from a Dispersed Rasikapriya... ca. 1660-70. Creator: Unknown
Krishna and Radha, Page from a Dispersed Rasikapriya (Verses Celebrating Aspects of Love), ca. 1660-70

Vasanti Ragini, Page from a Ragamala Series (Garland of Musical Modes), ca. 1710. Vasant means spring

The Demon Marichi Tries to Dissuade Ravana... from a dispersed Ramayana series, ca
The Demon Marichi Tries to Dissuade Ravana; Illustrated folio from a dispersed Ramayana series, ca. 1780. Ravana plans to abduct Sita

Puriya Ragaputra: Page from the Dispersed Boston Ragamala Series... ca
Puriya Ragaputra: Page from the Dispersed " Boston" Ragamala Series (Garland of Musical Modes), ca. 1760. Krishna and Radha are shown outside a pavilion

Mahadevi, the Great Goddess, ca. 1725. Creator: Unknown
Mahadevi, the Great Goddess, ca. 1725. Mahadevi holds an array of weapons, affiliating her with all the male gods

Demons Fighting Over an Animal Limb, late 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Demons Fighting Over an Animal Limb, late 17th century

A Raja Smoking a Hookah, ca. 1690-1710. Creator: Unknown
A Raja Smoking a Hookah, ca. 1690-1710

Andhrayaki Ragini: Folio from a ragamala series (Garland of Musical Modes), ca. 1710. A lady reclines on her bed, restlessly pulling her hair in frustration at the absence of her lover

Panchama Ragini: Page from a Ragamala Series (Garland of Musical Modes), ca. 1640. The patron pays musicians. The text of this ragini speaks of his contented happiness and love

Bhairavi Ragini: Folio from a ragamala series (Garland of Musical Modes), ca. 1640-50. Female devotee worshiping at a Shaiva shrine inside a palace compound

Portrait of Thakur Utham Ram, ca. 1760. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Thakur Utham Ram, ca. 1760

Bangali Ragini: Folio from a ragamala series (Garland of Musical Modes), 1709. Creator: Unknown
Bangali Ragini: Folio from a ragamala series (Garland of Musical Modes), 1709

Pleasures of the Hunt, ca. 1800. Creator: Unknown
Pleasures of the Hunt, ca. 1800. A prince and princess on horseback, each holding a hunting hawk, observe deer being shot

Navagunjara, a Universal Form of Krishna, ca. 1835. Creator: Unknown
Navagunjara, a Universal Form of Krishna, ca. 1835. In the Mahabharata, Navagunjara consists of nine animal parts and is form of Krishna and avatar of Vishnu

Krishna and the Gopis Take Shelter from the Rain, 1760. Creator: Unknown
Krishna and the Gopis Take Shelter from the Rain, 1760. Krishna shelters from a devastating storm sent by the god Indra

The Demon Hiranyaksha Departs the Demon Palace... from a Bhagavata Purana Series, ca
The Demon Hiranyaksha Departs the Demon Palace: Folio from a Bhagavata Purana Series, ca. 1740

Abhisarika Nayika, a Heroine Longing for Her Lover, ca. 1790-1800. Creator: Unknown
Abhisarika Nayika, a Heroine Longing for Her Lover, ca. 1790-1800

Maharaja Sital Dev in Devotion, ca. 1690. Creator: Unknown
Maharaja Sital Dev in Devotion, ca. 1690. The blind raja Sital Dev sits holding a mala (rosary) and reciting mantras

Shri Rama Putra Raga: Page from the Dispersed Boston Ragamala Series
Shri Rama Putra Raga: Page from the Dispersed " Boston" Ragamala Series (Garland of Musical Modes), ca. 1760. A prince attended by two female servants speaks to his beloved who stands

Khambhavati Ragini: Folio from a ragamala series (Garland of Musical Modes), ca. 1675. A female mendicant makes a Vedic fire offering to the god Brahma

Rama Releases the Demon Spies Shuka and Sarana: Folio from the Siege of Lanka series, ca. 1725. Rama, sitting with Lakshmana and Sugriva

Lady Holding a Sparkler, ca. 1800. Creator: Unknown
Lady Holding a Sparkler, ca. 1800

Genealogical Chronicle of the Kings of England, 1466-67. Creator: Unknown
Genealogical Chronicle of the Kings of England, 1466-67

Maharana Jagat Singh Hawks for Cranes, dated 1744. Creator: Shiva and Dayal
Maharana Jagat Singh Hawks for Cranes, dated 1744

Maharana Sangram Singh Riding a Prize Stallion, ca. 1712. Creator: Stipple Master (Indian
Maharana Sangram Singh Riding a Prize Stallion, ca. 1712

Malavakusika Raga... from a Dispersed Ragmala Series (Garland of Musical Modes), early 17th cent
Malavakusika Raga: Page from a Dispersed Ragmala Series (Garland of Musical Modes), early 17th century

Vairari Ragini, Wife of Bhairav Raga: Page from a Dispersed Ragamala Series... early 18th century
Vairari Ragini, Wife of Bhairav Raga: Page from a Dispersed Ragamala Series (Garland of Musical Modes), early 18th century

Blindmans Bluff... from a Dispersed Bhagavata Purana (Ancient Stories of Lord Vishnu), c1715-20
Blindmans Bluff: Page From a Dispersed Bhagavata Purana (Ancient Stories of Lord Vishnu), ca. 1715-20

Escapade at Night:, ca. 1800-10. Creator: Chokha
Escapade at Night:, ca. 1800-10

A Courtesan and Her Lover Estranged by a Quarrel: Page from a Rasamanjari series, 1694-95
A Courtesan and Her Lover Estranged by a Quarrel: Page from a Rasamanjari series, dated 1694-95

Jhujhar Singh on Horseback, ca. 1720-30. Creator: Dalchand
Jhujhar Singh on Horseback, ca. 1720-30

Radha Crosses a River to Interview a Hindu Sage, ca. 1820. Creator: Chokha
Radha Crosses a River to Interview a Hindu Sage, ca. 1820

Maharaja Raj Singh in Procession with Members of His Court, ca. 1700. Creator: Attributed
Maharaja Raj Singh in Procession with Members of His Court, ca. 1700

Raja Balwant Singhs Vision of Krishna and Radha, ca. 1745-50. Creator: Attributed
Raja Balwant Singhs Vision of Krishna and Radha, ca. 1745-50

Maharaja Fateh Singh Hunting Female Bears, dated 1917. Creator: Attributed to Pannalai
Maharaja Fateh Singh Hunting Female Bears, dated 1917

Krishnas Earthly Ties, Page from a Dispersed Bivamangalastava, 1695-1700. Creator: Unknown
Krishnas Earthly Ties, Page from a Dispersed Bivamangalastava, 1695-1700

Riva degli Schiavoni San Biagio Venice Richard Parkes
Riva degli Schiavoni, from near San Biagio, Venice; Richard Parkes Bonington (British, 1802 - 1828); Italy, Europe; 1826; Watercolor over graphite

Sailboat Sea Theodore Gericault French 1791
Sailboat on the Sea; Theodore Gericault (French, 1791 - 1824); about 1818 - 1819; Brush and brown wash, blue watercolor, opaque watercolor, over black chalk; 15.2 × 24.7 cm (6 × 9 3, 4 in.)

Khar Ass Nuzhat-nama-yi ala Excellent Book Counsel
Khar (Ass), from a Nuzhat-nama-yi ala i (Excellent Book of Counsel) of Shahmardan ibn Abi al-khayrr, 1400s. Timurid Iran. Ink and opaque watercolor on paper; overall

Text Page Persian Prose recto Nuzhat Nama-yi Ala
Text Page, Persian Prose (recto) from Nuzhat Nama-yi Ala i (Excellent Book of Counsel) of Shah Mardan Ibn Abi al-Khayr, 1400s. Iran, Timurid Period, 15th century

Youth Holding Pomegranate Illustration Single Page Manuscript
Youth Holding a Pomegranate; Illustration from a Single Page Manuscript, c.1600-1650. Style of Riza-yi Abbasi (Iranian). Opaque watercolor and gold on paper; image

Princess Wine Bottle Cup recto Persian Verses
Princess with Wine Bottle and Cup (recto); Persian Verses (verso), c. 1550-1600 (recto); c. 1450-1500 (verso). Iran, Qazvin or Isfahan, Safavid period (1501-1722) (recto); Iran

Banqueting Scene Khusrau Shirin Khamsa Quintet
Banqueting Scene with Khusrau and Shirin, from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami (1141-1209), 1540-70. Iran, Shiraz (?), Safavid Period (1501-1736)

siege Arbela era Hulagu Khan Chingiz-nama Book
The siege of Arbela in the era of Hulagu Khan, from a Chingiz-nama (Book of Chingiz Khan) of the Jami al-tavarikh (Compendium of Chronicles) of Rashid al-Din (Persian, 1247-1318), c. 1596

Yusuf Zulaykha Recto Text Page Persian Verses
Yusuf and Zulaykha (Recto); Text Page, Persian Verses (Verso), c. 1556-65. Iran, Shiraz or Mashhad, Safavid Period, 16th Century

Text Page Persian Prose Recto Khar Ass Verso
Text Page, Persian Prose (Recto); Khar (Ass) (Verso), 1400s. Iran, Timurid Period, 15th century. Ink and opaque watercolor on paper; overall: 24.8 x 15.8 cm (9 3/4 x 6 1/4 in.); text area

Persian verses recto Haft Awrang Seven Thrones
Persian verses (recto) from a Haft Awrang (Seven Thrones) of Jami (d. 1492), mid 1500s. Iran, probably Shiraz, Safavid period (1501-1722)

Text Page Persian Verses Verso Anthology verses
Text Page, Persian Verses (Verso) in an Anthology with some verses from Haft Awrang (Seven Thrones) of Jami; The Fifth Throne Yusuf and Zulaykha, mid-1500s

Yusuf Zulaykha Recto Illustration Text Persian Verses
Yusuf and Zulaykha (Recto); Illustration and Text (Persian Verses) in an Anthology with some verses from Haft Awrang (Seven Thrones) of Jami; The Fifth Throne, c. 1556-65

Persian Verses 1450-1500 Iran Qazvin Isfahan
Persian Verses, c. 1450-1500. Iran, Qazvin or Isfahan, Safavid Period, 16th Century. Ink, opaque watercolor and gold on paper; overall: 37.1 x 24.8 cm (14 5/8 x 9 3/4 in.); text area

Princess Wine Bottle Cup 1550-1600 Iran Qazvin
Princess with Wine Bottle and Cup, c. 1550-1600. Iran, Qazvin or Isfahan, Safavid period (1501-1722). Opaque watercolor and gold on paper; image: 12.2 x 5.7 cm (4 13/16 x 2 1/4 in.); overall

Rooster 1620 India Mughal 17th century Opaque watercolor
Rooster, c. 1620. India, Mughal, 17th century. Opaque watercolor and gold on paper; image: 18.3 x 12.1 cm (7 3/16 x 4 3/4 in.); overall: 37.3 x 25.4 cm (14 11/16 x 10 in.)

Tughra Shah Muhammad bin Ibrahim Khan al-muzaffar daima
Tughra: Shah Muhammad bin Ibrahim Khan, al-muzaffar daima (Sultan Mehmed, son of Ibrahim Khan, the eternally victorious; Calligraphy (Ottoman Turkish Signature), Single Page Manuscript, 1648-1687

Portrait Alamgir r 1658-1707 1700 India Mughal
Portrait of Alamgir (r. 1658-1707), c. 1700. India, Mughal. Opaque watercolor and gold on paper; sheet: 7.9 x 5.3 cm (3 1/8 x 2 1/16 in.)

Jahangir early 1600s India Mughal early 17th century
Jahangir, early 1600s. India, Mughal, early 17th century. Opaque watercolor and gold on paper; image: 4.8 x 3.2 cm (1 7/8 x 1 1/4 in.)

Persian Couplets recto Sleeping Youth verso late 1500s-early 1600s
Persian Couplets (recto); Sleeping Youth (verso), late 1500s-early 1600s. Style of Riza-yi Abbasi (Iranian). Ink, gold and opaque watercolor on paper; image: 21 x 12.4 cm (8 1/4 x 4 7/8 in.); overall

Persian Couplets recto Calligraphy Persian Verses
Persian Couplets (recto), Calligraphy, Persian Verses; Single Page Manuscript, late 1500s-early 1600s. Iran. Isfahan, Safavid Period, late 16th-early 17th Century

Calligraphy Persian Verses 1400s Iran Timurid period
Calligraphy, Persian Verses, 1400s. Iran, Timurid period (1370-1501). Opaque watercolor, ink, and gold on paper;

Picnic Mountains Single Page Illustration 1550-1600
Picnic in the Mountains; Single Page Illustration, c. 1550-1600. Style of Muhammadi (Iranian). Ink and opaque watercolor on paper; overall: 28.6 x 19 cm (11 1/4 x 7 1/2 in.)

Musicians Servants Outside Royal Encampment 1485
Musicians and Servants Outside a Royal Encampment, c. 1485. Style of Bihzad (Iranian, active 1470-1506). Opaque watercolor and gold on paper; image: 24.4 x 14.1 cm (9 5/8 x 5 9/16 in.); overall

Camel Groom Single Page Illustration 1545-1576
Camel and Groom; Single Page Illustration, c. 1545-1576. Style of Shaykh Muhammad (Iranian). Ink, gold, and opaque watercolor on paper; image: 21.4 x 28.4 cm (8 7/16 x 11 3/16 in.); overall

Bahram Gur Visits Princess India Black Pavilion
Bahram Gur Visits the Princess of India in the Black Pavilion (recto): Illustration and Text, Persian Verses, from a manuscript of the Khamsa of Nizami, Haft Paykar [Seven Portraits], c. 1400-1410

Text Page Persian Verses verso Bahram Gur Visits
Text Page, Persian Verses (verso) Bahram Gur Visits the Princess of India: from a manuscript of the Khamsa of Nizami, Haft Paykar [Seven Portraits], c. 1400-1410

Nushirwan Listens Owls recto Story Nushirwan
Nushirwan Listens to the Owls (recto): The Story of Nushirwan and his Minister " The Third Discourse on Diverse Events and Disorder in Life" (verso), 1555-1565

Nushirwan Listens Owls recto Illustration Text
Nushirwan Listens to the Owls (recto): Illustration and Text, Persian Verses, from a Manuscript of the Khamsa of Nizami, Makhzan al-Asrar [Treasure of Secrets], 1555-1565

Bahram Chubineh captured Khusrau Parviz verso
Bahram Chubineh captured by Khusrau Parviz (verso), from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi (940-1019 or 1025), c. 1299. Iraq, Baghdad, Ilkhanid period (1256-1353)

Reign Nushirwan Combat Khan Chin Haitalians recto
The Reign of Nushirwan, The Combat between the Khan of Chin and the Haitalians (recto) from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi (940-1019 or 1025), c.1299

Reign Nushirwan Combat Khan Chin Haitalians verso
The Reign of Nushirwan, the Combat between the Khan of Chin and the Haitalians (verso) from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi (940-1019 or 1025), c.1299

Khusrau Parviz Fleeing Bahram Chubineh Saved
Khusrau Parviz Fleeing Bahram Chubineh and Being Saved by Angel Sarush (recto) from a Shahnama (Book of Kings) of Firdausi (940-1019 or 1025), c. 1299. Iraq, Baghdad, Ilkhanid period (1256-1353)

Tale Twelve Faces. Warriors Engage Combat Illustration
The Tale of the Twelve Faces. " The Warriors Engage in Combat" : Illustration from the Firdausi Shahnama (verso), 1341. Iran, Shiraz, Inju Period (Il-Khanid), 14th Century

Tale Twelve Faces Bizhan Addresses Army Illustration
The Tale of the Twelve Faces. " Bizhan Addresses the Army" : Illustration from the Firdausi Shahnama (recto), 1341. Iran, Shiraz, Inju (Il-Khanid), 14th Century

Sketch Young Man single page Illustration Text
Sketch of a Young Man, single page; Illustration and Text (Persian verses), 1630-1650. Iran, Isfahan, Safavid Period, 17th century

Madhu Madhavi Ragini 1630-1640 Central India
Madhu Madhavi Ragini, c. 1630-1640. Central India, Malwa. Opaque watercolor, ink, and gold on paper; overall: 19.1 x 14.6 cm (7 1/2 x 5 3/4 in.)

Goddess Kali Standing upon Mountaintop 1730 Northern India
The Goddess Kali Standing upon a Mountaintop, c. 1730. Northern India, Himachal Pradesh, Pahari Kingdom of Mandi. Opaque watercolor and gold on paper; page: 28 x 18.4 cm (11 x 7 1/4 in.); miniature

Raja Bikram Singh Guler reigned 1661-85 Smoking
Raja Bikram Singh of Guler (reigned 1661-85) Smoking, about 1680. Northern India, Himachal Pradesh, Pahari Kingdom, probably Chamba

Vighada Raga Sri 1700 India Baghal Arki Opaque watercolor
Vighada Raga of Sri, c. 1700. India, Baghal (Arki). Opaque watercolor on paper; miniature: 21 x 17.8 cm (8 1/4 x 7 in.)

Taking Toll Dana-lila 1760 Northern India Himachal Pradesh
Taking of the Toll, Dana-lila, c. 1760. Northern India, Himachal Pradesh, Pahari Kingdom, probably Chamba. Opaque watercolor and gold on paper; page: 26 x 20 cm (10 1/4 x 7 7/8 in.)

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"Exploring the Enchanting World of Opaque Watercolor: A Glimpse into Artistic Masterpieces" Step into a realm where colors come alive and stories unfold, as we delve into the captivating world of opaque watercolor. From historical events to mythical tales, this unique medium has been used by talented artists throughout history to create breathtaking works of art. In "Maharana Sarup Singh Inspects a Prize Stallion, " painted by Tara in 1845-46, we witness the regal presence of a majestic stallion under inspection. The rich pigments and intricate details bring forth an air of grandeur that is truly awe-inspiring. Moving back in time to ca. 1800, we encounter "The Timid Bride, " an anonymous masterpiece that portrays the vulnerability and beauty of a bride on her wedding day. The skillful use of opaque watercolors adds depth and emotion to this delicate scene. Joseph Schillinger's "Area Broken by Perpendiculars, " created around 1934, showcases how they are be employed for abstract compositions. Through bold lines intersecting with vibrant hues, Schillinger invites viewers to explore their own interpretations within this geometric landscape. Traveling further back in time to ca. 1700-1710, we encounter "Kalki Avatar, the Future Incarnation of Vishnu. " Although its creator remains unknown, this artwork vividly depicts the divine figure riding upon his celestial steed with ethereal colors that transport us into ancient mythology. Love takes center stage in "Krishna Woos Radha: Page from the Dispersed Boston Rasikapriya (Lovers Breviary), " ca. , inviting us into an intimate moment between these legendary lovers through soft brushstrokes and harmonious tones. Religious narratives are also brought to life through opaque watercolors like "Curtain of the Tabernacle" and "The Gopis Plead with Krishna to Return Their Clothing.