Watercolour ‘Rani Pokhari’

Size: 30.5 x 38 inches (framed)

Medium: Watercolour

Description

Rani Pokhari, Kathmandu, Nepal

Executed on Indian cotton based handmade paper this painting was showcased in the IWS annual catalogue. Unique in its use of colour and technical aspect it is said to have been built by King Pratap Malla in 1667 to console his queen over the death of their son (who was trampled by an elephant). The title means ‘Queen’s Pool’. The temple has been partly damaged.