Vishnu on Ananta, the Endless Serpent
The image depicts a painting of a Hindu mythological scene. The scene features three figures: a man and woman on the bottom and another man above them. The man on the bottom right has purple skin and wears yellow pants; he reclines on a large white serpent with a spotted pattern. The woman on the bottom left has brown skin and wears an orange sari with a green blouse and white jewelry; she sits on the left side. The man at the top has light skin and a beard; he sits on a pink lotus flower, wearing a crown and orange pants. The background is dark brown with a wavy pattern and features green and pink lotus flowers and leaves. The painting has a red border around the edge.
Artwork Details
- Dimensions
- 872 × 900 px
- Museum Record
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