Artwork
Krishna and Radha
Krishna and Radha is a paint painting by the Baroque artist Unknown. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Krishna and Radha is a painting created around 1650 using opaque watercolor on paper. It illustrates a scene from Keshav Das's Kavi-priya.
Subject & Meaning
The scene depicts Krishna standing on a platform outside Radha's residence, where she plays chaupur with three gopis. Krishna, identifiable by his blue skin and yellow robe, holds a lotus.
Technique & Style
The painting features vibrant colors and intricate details, characteristic of its style. Although described as Baroque, its actual style is more closely related to Indian miniature painting traditions.
Context
The artwork is an illustration for a literary work, Kavi-priya, by Keshav Das, indicating a connection between visual and literary arts in its cultural context.
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