Hampi (Vijayanagara): Stone pier with Krishna dancing on the snake.
Madras. School of Industrial Arts
1864
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Madras. School of Industrial Arts
1864
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
The image is a black and white photograph of a stone pier with a statue of Krishna dancing on a snake. The statue is carved into the stone and is the central focus of the image. The stone pier is decorated with intricate carvings and has a series of pillars and arches. The statue of Krishna is depicted in a dynamic pose, with his legs bent and his arms raised. The snake is coiled around his body, and its head is raised above his head. The carvings on the stone pier are detailed and ornate, with intricate patterns and designs. The photograph is a great example of the art and architecture of the Vijayanagara Empire, which was known for its elaborate temples and sculptures. For more information on this style of art, look up the movement: Realism.
