START WITH ART: Maharao Ram Singh II of Kota Riding His Horse on the Palace Roof

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Title: Maharao Ram Singh II of Kota Riding His Horse on the Palace Roof

Artist: Artist/maker unknown, Indian

Date: 1851

Medium: Opaque watercolor and gold on paper

Dimensions: 52.7 x 71.0 cm

Start with Art Questions:

• The event shown in this painting actually occurred! Maharao Ram Singh II invited his courtiers to dress in pink and watch him ride his horse on the palace roof. Why do you think he would coordinate such an event? 

• Describe the sky. What does the sky tell you about the weather and time of day? 

• Describe the shapes of the palace, including the columns and the windows. Would you like to live in this palace?