Description
Antique Indian miniature painting of Shrinathji, the 7-year-old manifestation of Krishna. He stands on a small platform with an umbrella over his head. A married couple offers food and drink. The architecture of the house is wealthy with intricately painted details. In the distance, clouds form. Undoubtedly this is a scene from one of Krishna’s many stories. From the temple city of Nethdwara, Rajasthan, where Shrinathji is the central presiding deity of the Vaishnava sect known as Pushtimarg (the way of grace).Painted in gouache pigments and gold on paper.
Age:19th Century
Dimensions: 15 1/16″ high x 10 7/8″ wide
