Malkaus Raga, from Ragamala by Unknown Artist. A vibrant 17th-century Indian miniature painting depicting a noble figure seated in a pavilion surrounded by attendants, with musicians and a deer in the foreground.

Malkaus Raga, from Ragamala

Unknown Artist

1610 · Medium Not Listed

An exquisite Ragamala painting from the Mewar school, showcasing rich colors and detailed courtly life.

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Where it works

A bold work with active energy in clay and warm mineral tones — supports a polished room with depth.

Often works in
Living Room · Study · Hallway
Placement
Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
Walls
Reads strongest when the wall gives it contrast
Color notes
Terracotta clay, Soft gray, Warm beige

About the piece

This 17th-century miniature from Rajasthan depicts the Malkaus Raga from a Ragamala series. The scene features a central male figure attended by women within an architectural pavilion, while musicians and a deer occupy the foreground, rendered in the bold palette and expressive style characteristic of the Mewar school.

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