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Grotesque Dancers Performing, c. 1600. Creator: Unknown
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Grotesque Dancers Performing, c. 1600. Creator: Unknown
Grotesque Dancers Performing, c.1600. This scene from an unidentified manuscript depicts entertainers at the Mughal court. The dancers appear to be from the fringes of society, and they may be intended to depict tribal people or semihuman nature spirits. One is dark skinned with small elephant ears and red-rimmed eyes, wearing a white tiger-skin pelt. The female dancer wears a collar of leaves; the male figure on the right has horns, wears bells, and carries an animal-headed club that appears to be made of bone. An exuberant orchestra provides musical and vocal accompaniment below. While not an imperial production, this painting may reference the Mughal emperor Akbars practice of welcoming a wide range of people from all regions and traditions to his court, since he was interested in understanding their customs
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Colour On Paper Early 17th Century
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This vibrant and captivating photo print, titled "Grotesque Dancers Performing, c. 1600" takes us back in time to the Mughal court of India. Created by an unknown artist, this scene is believed to be from an unidentified manuscript that showcases the diverse entertainers of the era. The dancers depicted here seem to belong to the fringes of society, possibly representing tribal people or semihuman nature spirits. One dancer stands out with their dark skin tone, small elephant ears, and red-rimmed eyes while adorned in a striking white tiger-skin pelt. The female dancer wears a collar made of leaves, adding an element of natural beauty to her presence. On the right side of the painting stands a male figure with horns on his head and bells around his body; he carries an intriguing animal-headed club crafted from bone. Beneath this mesmerizing performance unfolds an exuberant orchestra providing musical and vocal accompaniment. While not directly associated with imperial production, it is speculated that this artwork may reference Emperor Akbar's inclusive approach towards welcoming individuals from various regions and traditions into his court during his reign. With its rich colors and intricate details captured through early 17th-century techniques on paper, this painting represents a subimperial period in Mughal art history. Preserved at The Cleveland Museum of Art under Heritage Art/Heritage Images' care, this remarkable piece offers us a glimpse into India's cultural heritage during that era.
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