Carved Ivory Lord Krishna Playing the Flute on Wooden Base

Sculpture

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L.T. Jordan Institute for International Awareness

Ivory Lord Krishna: The statue depicts Lord Krishna skillfully carved in ivory, playing the flute while standing on a coiled serpent, placed on a wooden base.
Ivory Lord Krishna

The statue depicts Lord Krishna skillfully carved in ivory, playing the flute while standing on a coiled serpent, placed on a wooden base.

Name/Title

Carved Ivory Lord Krishna Playing the Flute on Wooden Base

Entry/Object ID

JI2025000436

Tags

Case 5, Shelf 4

Description

carved ivory Lord Krishna Playing the Flute; flute represents the emptiness from which music emerges, embodying simplicity and purity. It signifies Krishna's blessings for unadulterated and pure love. Krishna, the beloved Lord, embraces the role of a humble flute player, captivating hearts with His divine melody.

Context

Gifted by member of the Kuwait Oil Company upon their return from their home, India.

Ethnography

Cultural Region

Country

India

Location

Location

Cabinet

Case 5

Category

Shelf 4