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Vishnu and Lakshmi

c. 1890

Eastern India, Bengal, Kolkata, Kalighat

Medium
Gum tempera, graphite, ink, and tin on paper
Measurements
Secondary Support: 47.8 x 29.1 cm (18 13/16 x 11 7/16 in.); Painting only: 45.6 x 27.7 cm (17 15/16 x 10 7/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of William E. Ward in memory of his wife, Evelyn Svec Ward 2003.132
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Vishnu in his four-armed form is depicted seated with his consort Lakshmi (Goddess of Wealth) while his vehicle, the eagle, kneels in front of him.
A vertically oriented tempera painting depicts Vishnu and Lakshmi seated on a yellow bench. Vishnu, on our left, has four arms, dark blue skin, and a yellow wrap. To our right, Lakshmi has light skin and wears a red and orange striped sari. Both wear pointed crowns and silver jewelry. Below, a small figure with green wings and light skin crouches. Bold black outlines define the simplified figures against a plain, tan background.

Vishnu and Lakshmi

c. 1890

Eastern India, Bengal, Kolkata, Kalighat

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