Title : Plaque depicting Krishna and Gopies
Accession No : 70/7/5122
The sculpture showcases a terracotta plaque probably belonging to a temple, it depictings Lord Krishna in the centre along with Gopies on his either sides. Lord Krishna is shown in his classical pose of serenity while the Gopis expression are that of tans which Lord Krishna's presence makes them feel.
Gallery
Provenance
- StateWest Bengal
Condition
- ConditionAverage
- RemarksDarkening
- Action NoteCR; Darkening
Contributor
- Community / TribeKumhar
Dimensions
- Measurement (CMS)7.5 x 28 x 20
- Weight (GRMS)0.00
Significance
- Artistic"""Clay art or potter's art is practiced in India by the potter 'kumhar' community. This community is traditionally called Prajapati, the creator, which is named after the Hindu God Brahma-the creator of the Universe. It is one of the earliest and most useful crafts of India. This craft has been continuing since pre-historic times. The figurines are made in parts and assembled together. Plaster of Paris moulds are used to cast different body parts when the figurines are made in larger quantities. A metal wire is used for support and reinforcement in the clay models. They are fired in a kiln and painted with poster or water colours. The craft still has a market in rural melas and craft emporia."
Description
- DescriptionThe sculpture showcases a terracotta plaque probably belonging to a temple, it depictings Lord Krishna in the centre along with Gopies on his either sides. Lord Krishna is shown in his classical pose of serenity while the Gopis expression are that of tans which Lord Krishna's presence makes them feel.
- Inscription/Markings No
- Reference" Ranjan, Aditi. Handmade in India: Crafts of India. Edited by Aditi Ranjan & M. P. Ranjan. Ahmedabad: Council of Handicraft Development Corporations, 2007. Perryman, Jane. Traditional Pottery of India. Bedford Row, London: A and C Black, 1999"
- KeywordPottery, Plaque, Temple, Ritulaistic, Terracotta, Decorative