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माखन चोर Krishna as Makhan Chor (the Butter Thief). c. 1750-1800
Opaque watercolour including gold-and silver-coloured metallic pigments on paper. | 43.2 x 29.3 cm (folio dimensions) | RCIN 1005113.p
India
Master: Album of paintings of Hindu gods Item: माखन चोर Krishna as Makhan Chor (the Butter Thief) c. 1750-1800
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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). He has an accomplice in his older brother, Balarama, but they have been caught by Yashoda and are attempting to run away. The makhan chor stories emphasize the Hindu concept of lila, playing for the sake of fun rather than for competition or advantage.
See also RCIN 1005113.n.
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
43.2 x 29.3 cm (folio dimensions)
Image: 15.4 x 9.9 cm (image)
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India
