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Mar 19, 2014
Radha and Krishna (verso), from a Kalighat album
Radha and Krishna (verso), from a Kalighat album
c. 1890
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Gum tempera, graphite, ink, and tin on paper
Secondary Support: 47.7 x 29.7 cm (18 3/4 x 11 11/16 in.); Painting only: 45.6 x 27.7 cm (17 15/16 x 10 7/8 in.)
Gift of William E. Ward in memory of his wife, Evelyn Svec Ward 2003.156.b
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Description
Radha, Krishna’s consort and foremost of the cowgirls (gopis), is depicted here with Krishna, seated on a divan. Popular stories of their romance evoke longing in separation, jealousy, and secret trysts. This image portrays their mutually passionate relationship.
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