Krishna's Fluting Attracts the Animals
c. 1625-1630
Description
The fragmentary drawing features Krishna, the eighth avatar of the Hindu god Vishnu who is worshipped in his own right, fluting in a forest. A group of animals, including cows, deer, and birds, come towards him, attracted by his music. A group of women stand nearby, inside a structure, near a doorway, on the top right. Dots of various colors denote what colors should be used in the final work of art. The drawing suffers losses around its edges. Rajput Style, Kota School.
Dimensions
20 x 25 cm (7 7/8 x 9 13/16 in.)
Provenance
Stuart Cary Welch (by 1999 - 2008,) by descent; to his estate (2008-2009,) gift; to Harvard Art Museum. Notes: Object was part of long-term loan to Museum in 1999.
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