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Krishna returns with the cowherds to Braj, from a Bhagavata Purana
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About this work
The painting is based on Chapter 14 of Book 10 of the Bhagavata Purana in which the god Brahma hides the cowherds and calves of Krishna. After realizing his mistake and witnessing the divine prowess of Krishna, Brahma extols Krishna and returns to his abode while Krishna and his fellow cowherds enjoy a hearty meal and then return to Braj.
Cleveland Museum of Art’s own descriptionCredit lineKrishna returns with the cowherds to Braj, from a Bhagavata Purana, c. 1830. Northern India, Pahari kingdoms. Gum tempera and ink on paper; overall: 22 x 33 cm (8 11/16 x 13 in.). The Cleveland Museum of Art, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John D. MacDonald, 1971.301
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