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Krishna, by Unknown, paint, 1890

Krishna

Unknown

1890

paint

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Krishna is a 1890 paint by Unknown, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1890 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a scene with two figures. On the left, a man reclines on his back, dressed in a red and yellow outfit adorned with a crown. He has dark hair and blue skin. To the right, another man sits cross-legged, wearing a red and white garment. The background features a gradient of red and orange hues, with a dark shape at the top left corner. The artist's use of bold colors and simple lines creates a sense of intimacy and quiet contemplation. The contrast between the two figures, one reclining and the other sitting, adds a sense of movement and energy to the scene. The Victoria and Albert Museum holds this painting, offering a glimpse into the artistic styles and techniques of the late 19th century.

The story of this work

Overview

The artwork depicts the death of Krishna, rendered in watercolour and tin alloy on cardboard by an unknown artist in 1890.

Read the full account in the museum source.

About the artist

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