Artwork
Krishna and Kansa
Krishna and Kansa is a paint painting by Unknown. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Krishna and Kansa is a 19th-century painting created with opaque watercolour and gold on paper.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a scene from Hindu mythology where Krishna seizes the demon Kansa by the hair, preparing to kill him. The figures are set against a simple background, possibly a palace with a balcony and distant hills.
Technique & Style
The artwork features bright, flat colors with little shading and bold gold accents. The figures have exaggerated features, such as large eyes and bold outlines, characteristic of traditional Indian miniatures.
History & Provenance
The painting is dated to around 1850.
Artist & collection
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