Krishna and Radha on a swing, North India, possibly Jaipur or Delhi, 19th century
Graphite and black ink drawing on paper depicting Krishna and Radha seated on a swing operated by four women on either side. The god is crowned, while his consort has a bent knee and a flower in her hand. A column with a convex base frames the subject on the right-hand side and a black border powdered with gold encircles the whole.
27.5 x 33.6 cm
Large central fold, missing, drawing fixed on thicker paper, stains and freckles.

Private collection in Paris, lots 166 to 193.
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Lot no. 181

Krishna and Radha on a swing, North India, possibly Jaipur or Delhi, 19th century Graphite and black ink drawing on paper depicting Krishna and Radha seated on a swing operated by four women on either side. The god is crowned, while his consort has a bent knee and a flower in her hand. A column with a convex base frames the subject on the right-hand side and a black border powdered with gold encircles the whole. 27.5 x 33.6 cm Large central fold, missing, drawing fixed on thicker paper, stains and freckles. Private collection in Paris, lots 166 to 193.

Estimate
€300 - €500
Result
€260
Buyer's premium
30%
Krishna and Radha on a swing, North India, possibly Jaipur or Delhi, 19th century Graphite and black ink drawing on paper depicting Krishna and Radha seated on a swing operated by four women on either side. The god is crowned, while his consort has a bent knee and a flower in her hand. A column with a convex base frames the subject on the right-hand side and a black border powdered with gold encircles the whole. 27.5 x 33.6 cm Large central fold, missing, drawing fixed on thicker paper, stains and freckles. Private collection in Paris, lots 166 to 193.
Sale Friday 13 December 2024・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
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