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Krishna Under a Canopy
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This tranquil, languid scene on a white marble, carpeted terrace depicts the god Krishna in the place of an earthly prince. A female attendant at the left fans him, while he and another lady each hold a rose. The open doorway in the background with the rolled-up curtain above suggests the intimacy of an imminent encounter inside.
| Artist / Maker | Anonymous, Rajput Kingdom of Raghogarh |
|---|---|
| Date | c. 1680 |
| Culture / Origin | Northwestern India, Rajasthan, Rajput Kingdom of Raghogarh |
| Medium | Gum tempera and gold on paper |
| Dimensions | Page: 26.7 x 17.8 cm (10 1/2 x 7 in.); Miniature: 22.9 x 14 cm (9 x 5 1/2 in.) |
| Department | Indian and Southeast Asian Art |
| Type | Painting |
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