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Loving Devotion: Visions of Vishnu

Krishna with Radha

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Krishna with Radha
India, 18th century
Gouache
Brigham Young University Museum of Art, gift of Lorraine Allen, 920029000

Krishna and Radha stand together, while an attendant faces them holding a vessel of incense or perfume. Krishna points to the black crescent moon, a frequent symbol of beauty. This painting likely represents a folk narrative from the area of Vrindavan, where Krishna originated.

Krishna and Radha's Relationship—BYU Museum of Art "Loving Devotion"

All photographs and videos have been provided by Entrepid Productions with support from Andrew Hair, Daniel King, and Garth Pratt.