Krishna and Balarama
1890
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1890
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Krishna and Balarama is a 1890 paint by Unknown, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows two figures standing under a tree. The figure on the left is dressed in a white top and dark skirt, while the figure on the right wears a blue top and yellow skirt. Both figures have long hair and are adorned with headbands and jewelry. The tree above them has a thick, dark canopy, and the background of the painting is a light beige color. The overall style of the painting is reminiscent of Indian folk art, with bold lines and bright colors. The painting's use of bold colors and simple forms is characteristic of the Realism movement. To learn more about this style, you could explore the works of artists associated with Realism.
