Painted Radha Krishna Shutter From Bikaner - 19th Century
This beautiful painted Indian shutter depicts Krishna & Radha.Ā The shutter dates to the 19th century and is in excellent condition. The eternal and sublime love of Krishna & Radha is a deeply popular story often found in Bikaner paintings. Often called 'Radha Krishna', it is a romantic tale depicting the beauty of romantic and physical love. Radha was already married and they engaged in a passionate intermarital affair transcending traditional mortal relationships and morality. The subject has become more secular than religious and symbolises the union between the human soul and the divine.Ā
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In this image of Radha Krishna, Krishna is seen playing the flute, wooing Radha whilst standing on a lotus flower. Radha was Krishna's most devoted consort and is handing him a gift.
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This style of painting on decorative shutters can only be found in Bikaner and the surrounding area. It is a city that is famous for its fine painting of boxes and the interiors of buildings. This shutter would have been plastered into the wall with a cavity for storing keepsakes.Ā
Supplied with sturdy wall hangers.
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Dimensions:
47 x 2.5 x 47 (wxdxh cms)
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From India
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Painted Radha Krishna Shutter From Bikaner - 19th Century
This beautiful painted Indian shutter depicts Krishna & Radha.Ā The shutter dates to the 19th century and is in excellent condition. The eternal and sublime love of Krishna & Radha is a deeply popular story often found in Bikaner paintings. Often called 'Radha Krishna', it is a romantic tale depicting the beauty of romantic and physical love. Radha was already married and they engaged in a passionate intermarital affair transcending traditional mortal relationships and morality. The subject has become more secular than religious and symbolises the union between the human soul and the divine.Ā
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In this image of Radha Krishna, Krishna is seen playing the flute, wooing Radha whilst standing on a lotus flower. Radha was Krishna's most devoted consort and is handing him a gift.
Ā
This style of painting on decorative shutters can only be found in Bikaner and the surrounding area. It is a city that is famous for its fine painting of boxes and the interiors of buildings. This shutter would have been plastered into the wall with a cavity for storing keepsakes.Ā
Supplied with sturdy wall hangers.
Ā
Dimensions:
47 x 2.5 x 47 (wxdxh cms)
Ā
From India
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands Ā£7.50
More delivery options available at checkout
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This beautiful painted Indian shutter depicts Krishna & Radha.Ā The shutter dates to the 19th century and is in excellent condition. The eternal and sublime love of Krishna & Radha is a deeply popular story often found in Bikaner paintings. Often called 'Radha Krishna', it is a romantic tale depicting the beauty of romantic and physical love. Radha was already married and they engaged in a passionate intermarital affair transcending traditional mortal relationships and morality. The subject has become more secular than religious and symbolises the union between the human soul and the divine.Ā
Ā
In this image of Radha Krishna, Krishna is seen playing the flute, wooing Radha whilst standing on a lotus flower. Radha was Krishna's most devoted consort and is handing him a gift.
Ā
This style of painting on decorative shutters can only be found in Bikaner and the surrounding area. It is a city that is famous for its fine painting of boxes and the interiors of buildings. This shutter would have been plastered into the wall with a cavity for storing keepsakes.Ā
Supplied with sturdy wall hangers.
Ā
Dimensions:
47 x 2.5 x 47 (wxdxh cms)
Ā
From India
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands Ā£7.50
More delivery options available at checkout
