Title:
Untitled, The Slaying of Ravana and the release of Sita
Creator/Contributor:
unknown, India
Date:
1775
Identifier:
1998.42.40
Format:
Drawing
Ink and color wash on paper
India, Punjab Hills, Kangra
h 10 -3/4 x w 15 -5/16 inches
Description:
Sita is seen in captivity at the top left and Hanuman flies through the air towards the city. At the right, Ravana has been
slain and his many heads are scattered. His wives grieve and Rama reassures them. To the left in the foreground Rama and
Lakshman greet Sita who is accompanied by crowned monkeys. Other monkeys and bears and a crowned man surround them.