Author/Artist :Surjeet ChoyalTitle :Surjeet ChoyalSize :23.3 X 17 inches
This striking painting by Sanjeet, dated 2009, offers a vivid portrayal of aristocratic figures from historical South Asia, rendered in a style that fuses realism with expressive, atmospheric backgrounds. At the centre, a regal man sits confidently on an ornate throne, dressed in elaborate traditional attire, complete with intricate embroidery and layered jewellery. His proud expression and authoritative posture, with one hand resting on a sword, suggest his stature as a ruler or high-ranking noble. To his right stands a youthful figure—perhaps his son—also adorned in luxurious robes and jewels, his gaze calm and composed, symbolizing both continuity and legacy. In the foreground, another figure reclines casually, wearing a muted pink outfit and a maroon turban, his prominent white Mustache and relaxed demeanour contrasting the more formal central figure, yet still conveying dignity and experience. The background blends earthy browns with soft green hues, evoking a timeless, almost dreamlike quality. The artist’s use of light, texture, and expressive brushwork enhances the aura of nobility and memory, turning the composition into a homage to heritage, power, and generational identity.