The man represented here seems to belong to a world of spirits. He wears an uncommon kind of a hat with angular edges, and carries a leopard skin on his shoulder to spread and sit as and when he feels tired. On his waist hang a few strings and chains with tinkle bells. Also prominently seen hanging is a water casket. He is a frail man with delicate limbs which look almost feminine. He holds a plant in one hand, which perhaps has medicinal or magical value. In the other hand he holds a golden wand with a bird head at the edge. In the same hand is the delicate chain holding the collar that cups the mongoose captive. Small brush strokes and shading the animal is a feat well accomplished in the miniature. The background is pale with a rough, brown shading to imply the ground.
This description by Kiranjyot
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