Painted Raised Ceramic Picture of Radha and Lord Krishna on Stand

Ceramic

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L.T. Jordan Institute for International Awareness

Molded ceramic picture painted with Radha and Lord Krishna, likely from India.: Image of the molded ceramic picture painted with Radha and Lord Krishna on a black picture stand. Radha is depicted in light pink clothing with a yellow shawl draped over her head. Krishna is seen behind Radha and is playing a flute with a peacock feather in his hair.
Molded ceramic picture painted with Radha and Lord Krishna, likely from India.

Image of the molded ceramic picture painted with Radha and Lord Krishna on a black picture stand. Radha is depicted in light pink clothing with a yellow shawl draped over her head. Krishna is seen behind Radha and is playing a flute with a peacock feather in his hair.

Name/Title

Painted Raised Ceramic Picture of Radha and Lord Krishna on Stand

Entry/Object ID

JI2025000467

Description

Molded ceramic picture painted with Radha and Lord Krishna. Radha is a central figure in Hindi mythology and revered as Krishna's chief consort. She is often considered the goddess of love, compassion, and tenderness. Krishna is the god of love and devotion. It was likely made in India.

Context

The picture was likely given to the Jordans by a member of the Kuwait Oil Company.

Ethnography

Cultural Region

Country

India