Radha and Krishna
1634
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1634
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Radha and Krishna is a 1634 paint by Unknown, a Baroque work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows Krishna and Radha seated together. The scene is simple, with a red background and stylized trees. Krishna's blue skin is a key detail - it's how we know it's him. The painting is interesting because it illustrates a specific text, the Rasikapriya, which is about love and relationships. To learn more about similar artwork, visit the Victoria and Albert Museum.
