Kalam Patua
Sneaking into the mirror
Can I see it?
Not on view at present
Where is “Sneaking into the mirror” now? Collection: Victoria and Albert Museum, London. Not on view at present. Checked September 25, 2026.
Victoria and Albert Museum
London, United Kingdom
It belongs to the collection, but is not on display at present.
- Checked
- In this state since
- Source
- The museum
About the painting
The vibrant blue used here is similar in shade to that used in the depictions of Hanuman in the V&A's collection. The lady in this painting, although clearly alone in the privacy of her room, stares seductively at her imaginary lover in the mirror reflection in front of her. Her posture echoes the depictions of seated courtesans in the 19th century.
Victoria and Albert Museum
Details
- Accession number
- IS.52-2011
In the catalog
Sources
- Victoria and Albert Museum
- Image: Victoria and Albert Museum — © Victoria and Albert Museum, London
