The female figure in this Untitled work sits in her boudoir, quite possibly waiting for her loved one. Archibald Herman Müller, a romantic realist and one of the first few artists to be trained in the art school of Madras, paints the subject lovingly, detailing every fold of her diaphanous saree, her jewellery, which are highlighted further by the glow of light that comes from an unknown source. The painting is a fine example of Müller’s technical skill and artistic command.
published references
Sinha, Gayatri, ed., Art and Visual Culture in India, 1857-2007 (Mumbai: Marg Publications, 2009), p. 32 Singh, Kishore, ed., Manifestations 5, 20th Century Indian Art (New Delhi: DAG, 2011), pp. 113-114 Singh, Kishore, ed., Navrasa: The Nine Emotions of Art (New Delhi: DAG, 2020), pp. 22-23, 47
A. H. Müller
Untitled
1915
Oil on canvas
Enquiry Form
A. H. Müller
Untitled
1915
Oil on canvas
Image Request Form
Images from DAG’s Museum Collection are accessible to artists, educators and researchers for non-commercial, educational use. Submit your details below to request access to use this image.
