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Krishna and the Gopis.

  • ARTIST: Y.G. Srimati

  • MEDIUM: Watercolor & metallic pigment (gold) on illustration board,

    DATE: c.1952.

  • EDITION SIZE: Image size 14 5/8 x 22 7/8" (37.1 x 58 cm).

  • DESCRIPTION: Signed upper right "Srimati." Stamp and signature on verso. A wonder balance of shape, detail and color.

  • ADDITIONAL INFO: From the Epics. The devine herd, whose magic flute was capable of fascinating the cows, the snakes, and the beasts of the jungle. As the epics and legends tell, the Gopis are melting to the tunes he brings forth. he blows life into the flute and draws the whole cosmos to him.

  • CONDITION: Very good condition and color, minor remains of glue on board verso.

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