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Sri Nathji, by Unknown, paint, 1850

Sri Nathji

Unknown

1850

paint

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

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Overview

Sri Nathji is a 1850 paint by Unknown, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1850
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a blue-skinned deity with a yellow robe and a white scarf, seated on an orange platform. The deity is surrounded by two men, one holding a horn and the other a fan. The background features a green wall with a red curtain above it. The painting's use of bright colors and intricate details creates a sense of depth and texture. The deity's blue skin and yellow robe stand out against the more muted tones of the background. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to explore the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection of Indian art.

The story of this work

Overview

The artwork depicts Sri Nathji, a form of the Hindu deity Krishna, rendered in opaque watercolour on paper. It features the central figure accompanied by two attendants. The painting was transferred from the Department of Engraving, Illustration & Design, with the reference RP 51/2237.

Read the full account in the museum source.

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