Artwork
The goddess Lakshmi, consort of Vishnu.
The goddess Lakshmi, consort of Vishnu. is a paint painting by the Mughal Painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1820 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This painting depicts the Hindu goddess Lakshmi, seated on a throne.
About this work
Overview
This painting depicts the Hindu goddess Lakshmi, seated on a throne. The artwork showcases intricate details and vibrant colors.
Subject & Meaning
Lakshmi, the consort of Vishnu, is represented with four arms and adorned with royal jewelry and a crown, symbolizing her divine status. Her pink complexion and elaborate attire signify her importance in Hindu mythology.
Technique & Style
The painting features intricate patterns and designs on Lakshmi's clothing and throne, demonstrating the artist's attention to detail. The use of vibrant colors, such as orange and blue, and the ornate throne, evoke a sense of opulence and luxury, drawing comparisons to the Romanticism movement.
Artist & collection
Domestic Scene
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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
