1900 Circa Tanjore Yashoda Krishna Painting Thanjavur Antique Indian India

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This painting depicts an infant Krishna, nestled in the laps of his foster mother Yashoda against a vibrant azure background
… Read more This painting depicts an infant Krishna, nestled in the laps of his foster mother Yashoda against a vibrant azure background
- gouache with gold on gesso relief
- the pair depicted on a throne within a cusped arch
- framed 18 x 12 inch

An ode to Motherhood – Healthy Mother

Yashoda breastfeeding Krishna symbolizes the deep spiritual connection and unconditional love between the divine and the devotee, representing vatsalya bhakti (a mother's devotion) as a pure path to grace. It highlights God's willingness to accept a personal, loving relationship with humans and showcases maternal affection, divinity, and the human-divine bond. This powerful imagery also signifies the nurturing and protective nature of the divine and the longing of the soul for union with God.

Maternal Love and Nurturing
Unconditional Love: The breastfeeding scene is a powerful depiction of unconditional love and maternal affection, representing a pure and selfless form of love.

Protective Divine: The story shows Krishna being raised in safety by his foster mother Yashoda, which underscores the protective and nurturing aspect of the divine, according to The Metropolitan Museum of Art. See less