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Unknown (Kashmir)
Krishna, Radha and a Devotee in a Lavish Garden (red border), ca. 1820
opaque watercolor on paper
10 5/8 x 7 3/8 in.
Gift of Peter J. and Jane B. Stewart
M.2006.2.28




 
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Unknown (Kashmir)
Krishna, Radha and a Devotee in a Lavish Garden (red border), ca. 1820

The Hindu deity Krishna, his supreme beloved Radha, and a male devotee relax together in a lush garden. Although he had many lovers, Krisha preferred Radha over all others. The favored gopi (cow-herding girl), Radha was acknowledged as the Supreme Goddess, for while Krishna enchanted the world, only Radha captivated Krishna.



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