Krishna and Gopis playing on a swing (hindola)

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Title

Krishna and Gopis playing on a swing (hindola)

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Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki

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Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki

Description

tempera 305 x 216 mm - In Hinduism the love story between Radha and Krishna symbolises the divine union between the individual self and the universal self. In this work they stand together on a swing (hindola), surrounded by gopis (cow-herding girls famous for their unconditional devotion to Krishna). The gopis’ musical instruments indicate tha...

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Date created

early 20th century

Creator

Unknown artist

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https://www.aucklandartgallery.com/explore-art-and-ideas/artwork/3666

Related subjects

castles / farming / women / goats / swings / trees / Rajasthani School / Drawing

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