Krishna and Balarama
1785
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1785
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Krishna and Balarama is a 1785 paint by Unknown, a Rococo painting work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows two men sitting on cushions under a pavilion. One plays a drum, the other holds a stringed instrument. Around them, other figures stand or crouch, dressed in bright robes and turbans. In the background, a garden with trees, a fountain, and white buildings stretches out. The figures are arranged in a way that draws your eye toward the musicians, making them the focus. The colors are bold—deep blues, yellows, and reds—with careful attention to patterns on the clothing and cushions. If you like this style, look up Romanticism next.
