Skip to main content
  1. Art
  2. The Collection

Demon Frightens Nayika in the Forest

Indian

Artwork Details

Demon Frightens Nayika in the Forest
19th century
Indian
ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
10 1/16 in x 5 7/8 in (25.56 cm x 14.92 cm);19 7/16 in x 14 5/16 in (49.37 cm x 36.35 cm)
Gift of Professor Walter M. and Nesta R. Spink
1985/2.142

Tags

Description

Subject Matter:

The central female figure is Abhisarika Nayika, one of eight romantic heroines in various states of a relationship. The Abhisarika Nayika is often portrayed going somewhere to meet her lover. She overcomes obstacles, such as meeting a demon, in order to see her lover. 

Physical Description:

A female figure in orange dress is in a green forest. She is looking behind her towards a demon who is emerging from some shrubs. 

Usage Rights:

If you are interested in using an image for a publication, please visit https://umma.umich.edu/request-image/ for more information and to fill out the online Image Rights and Reproductions Request Form.