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माखन चोर Krishna as Makhan Chor (the Butter Thief) c. 1750 - c. 1800
Opaque watercolour including gold-and silver-coloured metallic pigments on paper. | 43.1 x 29.1 cm (folio dimensions) | RCIN 1005113.n
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A depiction of Krishna, the eighth avatar of Vishnu. According to Hindu belief, Krishna came to earth as the embodiment of love and compassion.
Krishna is shown carrying off one of the mischievous pranks which earned him the name makhan chor (butter thief). Yashoda, his foster mother, and two milk maids berate him for stealing butter. The makhan chor stories emphasize the Hindu concept of lila, playing for the sake of fun rather than for competition or advantage.
For further information on this album see RCIN 1005113.Provenance
Presented to King Edward VII when Prince of Wales during his tour of India in 1875 by Mangaldas Nathubhoy.
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Medium and techniques
Opaque watercolour including gold-and silver-coloured metallic pigments on paper.
Measurements
43.1 x 29.1 cm (folio dimensions)
Image: 7.8 x 5.65 cm (image)
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Place of Production
India