Artwork
Nitai and Gaur
Nitai and Gaur is a paint painting by the Impressionist artist Unknown. It dates from 1885 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Nitai and Gaur is a painting created in 1885 using opaque watercolor on paper. It depicts two figures associated with Krishna.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows Nitai and Gaur, followers of Krishna, standing on red circles that may represent platforms or clouds. Their raised arms suggest a gesture of greeting or prayer, highlighting their devotional significance.
Technique & Style
The artwork features flat, bright colors and simple facial features with bold outlines. The figures wear matching attire, and the plain background allows their vibrant colors to stand out.
History & Provenance
The painting was acquired by the museum in 1950 from Miss M. Steele, whose family had connections to India and Cambridge. It is believed to have been collected by her grandmother, who lived in India.
Artist & collection
Domestic Scene
Giacomo and Cardinal Marco, investing Andrea, Abbot of San Zeno, with his Benefice
The Nymph of Fontainebleau
Portrait of a Woman
Madonna and Child with Saints in the Enclosed Garden
Venus and Minerva
Family Group of Four on Sofa
Wall painting from Room H of the Villa of P. Fannius Synistor at Boscoreale
