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Rama is an avatar of the Hindu god Vishnu and the leading character of the Hindu epic Ramayana. He is shown at left, fighting the multi-headed and multi-armed demon king Ravana at right.
Title
Rama Fighting Ravana
Date
19th C (?)
Medium
gouache over graphite on ivory
Measurements
H 5.3 x W 4.4 cm
Accession number
582104i
Acquisition method
presumed to be part of the collection formed by Henry S. Wellcome
Work type
Miniature