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Krishna and Radha
Krishna and Radha

Krishna and Radha

Place of OriginNathdwara, Rajasthan state, India
Dateapprox. 1800-1900
MaterialsOpaque watercolors on cotton
DimensionsOverall: H. 66 1/2 in × W. 44 1/2 in × D. 1 1/8 in (168.9 cm × 113 cm × 2.9 cm)
Credit LineMuseum purchase
Object numberB68D16
DepartmentSouth Asian Art
ClassificationsPainting
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Pichhavi is a wall hanging which is usually placed at the back of a shrine. It is associated with the Vallabhachari cult, which is devoted to the worship of Krishna. Such paintings often depict the events of Krishna's life and scenes related to his worship. Here, Krishna is enthroned and Radha, his favorite milkmaid is paying homage to him. They are shown against a background of lotus blossoms, butterflies and dragonflies.