A Bairagi or Hindu Devotee
Robert Melville Grindlay’s ‘A Bairagi’ depicts a Hindu devotee in academic realism, showcasing 19th-century India. Explore this unique portrait's cultural symbolism & artistic technique.
robert melville grindlay (1786 - 1877)
Robert Melville Grindlay (1786-1877) was a British soldier & artist renowned for his detailed depictions of 19th-century India. Founder of Grindlays Bank, he captured vibrant scenes of Indian life, costumes, architecture & landscapes in exquisite aqu
Royal Asiatic Society of Great Britain And Ireland (London, United Kingdom)
Explore Asian culture & history at the Royal Asiatic Society! Founded 1823, offering research, lectures & FRAS fellowship. A UK hub for Asia studies.