

Balarama and Krishna
Two male figures, Balarama and Krishna, depicted in a colorful illustration. The figure on the left has pale blue skin, long dark hair, a headpiece with red and gold accents, and earrings. He wears a white top with a high neckline and short sleeves, a purple skirt, and a green and black sash around his waist. His right hand holds a black object and his left foot is bare. The figure on the right has dark blue skin, long dark hair, a similar headpiece, and earrings. He wears a white top, a yellow skirt, and a green and black sash around his waist. His right hand holds a string and his left hand is raised. Both figures have jewelry around their necks, wrists, and ankles. They stand on a yellow circle with a maroon border. A red and orange striped cloth with tassels hangs behind them. The background is beige.
Artwork Details
- Dimensions
- 564 × 900 px
- Museum Record
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