Ajanta: The Colour and Monochrome Reproductions of the Ajanta Frescoes Based on Photography v1.c5.s8.13

v1.c5.s8.13

In the narrow corridor, in front of the pavilion, four female figures have been delineated. Two of them, standing by the pillars, are engaged in a *tête-à-tête*. One of them is holding the other by her shoulder; the artist is cramped for space, but he masters the situation by adopting this pose. Another, of a pinkish complexion, is standing near the feet of the queen and listening with attention to the conversation between her and the rājā. The pose of the fourth, who is of a greyish complexion, is somewhat unusual: she is crouching in front of the queen, but in order to watch the dance she has turned her head round. The outline of her back has been drawn with consummate skill.