Gum Tempera And Gold On Paper Collection

Vishnu on Ananta, the Endless Serpent, c. 1700. Creator: Unknown
Vishnu on Ananta, the Endless Serpent, c. 1700. Before the creation of the world, the god Vishnu was asleep on the serpent Ananta, floating on the cosmic ocean

Toilette of Radha, c. 1810-1820. Creator: Unknown
Toilette of Radha, c. 1810-1820. Krishna spies on his beloved Radha as she dresses for the day. An attendant holds a mirror for her, while others hold a sheet and a whisk of peacock feathers

Vishnu and Lakshmi Seated on a Lotus Blossom, early 1800s. Creator: Unknown
Vishnu and Lakshmi Seated on a Lotus Blossom, early 1800s. Shown with full face forward in all white, Vishnu, the four-armed deity, appears to be a statue, crowned and holding only a manuscript

The Lovelorn Heroine, from a Sat Sai of Bihari, 1780-90. Creator: Unknown
The Lovelorn Heroine, from a Sat Sai of Bihari, 1780-90. The Sat Sai is a collection of poems mainly describing the beauty of women in a range of emotional states

Pradyumna and Mayavati Fly to Dvaraka, from the Large Basohli Bhagavata Purana, c. 1760-1765. A goddess who can fly, Mayavati brings her lover Pradyumna to be reunited with his parents for the first

Radha Awaiting Reconciliation with Krishna, from a Gita Govinda of Jayadeva, c. 1680. The artist has depicted Krishnas favorite lover, Radha

Krishna and Radha Quarreling, from a Rasikapriya, c. 1680. Creator: Unknown
Krishna and Radha Quarreling, from a Rasikapriya, c. 1680. The inscription at the top relates that the scenes heroine is angry because her lover has been out all night and his eyes are red

Krishnas Longing for Radha, from the Gita Govinda of Jayadeva, c. 1820-1825. Creator: Unknown
Krishnas Longing for Radha, from the Gita Govinda of Jayadeva, c. 1820-1825. In the lush forests on the banks of Indias Yamuna River

Krishna under a canopy, c. 1680. Creator: Unknown
Krishna under a canopy, c. 1680. This tranquil, languid scene on a white marble, carpeted terrace depicts the god Krishna in the place of an earthly prince

Descent of the Ganges, c. 1700-10. Creator: Unknown
Descent of the Ganges, c. 1700-10. At upper left, Shiva sits with his wife Parvati on Mount Kailash in the Himalayas. She offers him a cup of wine, but Shiva is focused on the sage below

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"Gum Tempera and Gold on Paper: Exploring the Enigmatic Creations of Unknown Artists" Step into a world where ancient tales come alive through vibrant colors, intricate details, and a touch of gold. The art unveils an array of captivating masterpieces that have stood the test of time. From Vishnu on Ananta, the Endless Serpent, to Krishna under a canopy, each artwork tells its own story while leaving us in awe of their creators. Dating back to around 1700, Vishnu on Ananta transports us to a realm where gods reign supreme. The unknown artist skillfully captures the divine essence as Vishnu rests upon the majestic serpent Ananta. With delicate brushstrokes and shimmering gold accents, this piece exudes both power and tranquility. In contrast, c. 1810-1820 brings us Toilette of Radha - an intimate portrayal by another enigmatic creator. Here we witness Radha preparing herself with utmost grace for her beloved Krishna's arrival. Every stroke reveals her anticipation and devotion as she adorns herself amidst ethereal surroundings. The mysteries continue with Vishnu and Lakshmi Seated on a Lotus Blossom from the early 1800s. This mesmerizing artwork showcases divine love personified by these celestial beings resting upon nature's beauty itself – a lotus blossom. The anonymous artist effortlessly blends rich hues with golden embellishments to create an atmosphere brimming with serenity. Moving forward in time but still shrouded in anonymity is The Lovelorn Heroine from Sat Sai of Bihari (1780-90). Through this piece, we glimpse into the heartache experienced by those separated from their beloveds – a universal sentiment transcending eras. Pradyumna and Mayavati Fly to Dvaraka takes us back even further within Basohli Bhagavata Purana.