Worshipper and Smallpox Goddess, 1988
Raghubir Singh (Indian, 1942–1999)
Chromogenic print; 9 15/16 x 14 3/4 in. (25.3 x 37.5 cm)
Purchase, Cynthia Hazen Polsky Gift, 1991 (1991.1283)
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Raghubir Singh (Indian, 1942–1999)
Chromogenic print; 9 15/16 x 14 3/4 in. (25.3 x 37.5 cm)
Purchase, Cynthia Hazen Polsky Gift, 1991 (1991.1283)
In this work, Singh captures the popular votive figures used by Hindus today in festivals, ceremonies, and homes. The photograph provides an interesting comparison with the work of Ravinder Reddy, whose sculptures are influenced by votive figures of this type.
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- • Genre Scenes
- • Genre Scenes, South and Southeast Asia
- • Photograph, organized by theme, Genre Scene
