Krishna with Rukmini and Satyabhama - 02

This is an exquisite Thanjavur reverse glass painting of Krishna with his queens Rukmini and Satyabhama. Krishna is depicted with his arms on the shoulders of both and wearing his typical yellow dhoti, held in place by a sash hugging his hips. His hair is tied in a topknot and is adorned with jewels and a peacock feather. A number of necklaces and a floral garland hang from his neck. Satyabhama and Rukmini, are dressed in beautifully decorated red and green saris respectively, that are typical of the fashion of the times. Both hold lotuses in their hands. The scene is set in palatial surroundings, with yali topped pillars and decorated brocade fabric hanging in swathes above them. Krishna, the god of love and compassion, is the eighth incarnation of Vishnu, but is worshipped in his own right. He has always been one of the most popular deities in Southern India, and is frequently depicted in paintings of the classical traditions.