Artwork
Krishna and Radha
Krishna and Radha is a paint painting by the Impressionist artist Unknown. It dates from 1865 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This 1865 painting on paper depicts Krishna and Radha, two figures from Hindu mythology, in a vibrant scene.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows Krishna, recognizable by his blue skin and flute, and Radha, beside him under a tree. They stand on red lotus flowers, wearing ornate clothing and jewelry, suggesting a moment of divine interaction or romantic encounter.
Technique & Style
Rendered in opaque watercolor and tin alloy, the work features bright colors and simple shapes, creating a lively atmosphere. The use of tin alloy paint adds a metallic sheen to details like the figures' clothing and jewelry.
History & Provenance
The painting was part of a collection donated to the University Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology in Cambridge, having previously been owned by Mrs Western of Langrookside, Havant, Hampshire.
Artist & collection
Domestic Scene
Giacomo and Cardinal Marco, investing Andrea, Abbot of San Zeno, with his Benefice
The Nymph of Fontainebleau
Portrait of a Woman
Madonna and Child with Saints in the Enclosed Garden
Venus and Minerva
Family Group of Four on Sofa
Wall painting from Room H of the Villa of P. Fannius Synistor at Boscoreale
