Artwork
Krishna's Fifth and Sixth Avatars, page from a copy of the Gitagovinda of Jayaveda
Krishna's Fifth and Sixth Avatars, page from a copy of the Gitagovinda of Jayaveda is an unspecified painting by the Mughal Painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1693 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago. This painting is a page from a copy of the Gitagovinda of Jayaveda, depicting two scenes side by side.
About this work
Overview
This painting is a page from a copy of the Gitagovinda of Jayaveda, depicting two scenes side by side. The artwork features bright colors and gold jewelry, with figures outlined against a plain background.
Subject & Meaning
The scenes likely represent two avatars of Krishna, a major deity in Hinduism. The left scene shows a seated figure in yellow, accompanied by a smaller attendant, while the right scene depicts a blue-skinned figure with a crown and mace standing over a kneeling man.
Technique & Style
The artist employed flat colors and bold outlines to define the figures and separate them from the background, creating a graphic and decorative effect. The use of deep blues, yellows, and reds adds to the visual impact.
Artist & collection
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Krishna's Fifth and Sixth Avatars, page from a copy of the Gitagovinda of Jayaveda