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Two Hindu musicians and a highly decorated cow with the symbol of Hanuman painted on its forehead. Gouache drawing.
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Description
The symbol of Hanumān painted in gold on the cow's forehead indicates that these entertainers regard him as their patron. Hanumān is reguared as the protector and patron of wandering acrobats and wrestlers
Physical description
1 drawing : gouache, with gold and gum arabic
Reference
Wellcome Library no. 32965i
Languages
- English
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