KARM 108

Theft of Clothes - Krishna Leela Painting on Cloth

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Specifications
  • ArtistJayadev Moharana - Orissa
  • MediumWatercolor On Handmade Sheet
  • Dimensions19 in (H) x 13 in (W)
Description

This captivating painting depicts the endearing ‘Vastraharan’ or Theft of Clothes, a beloved episode from the Krishna Leela. In this narrative, Lord Krishna playfully absconds with the garments of the gopis as they bathe in the Yamuna River. This mischievous act is more than mere prankery, it symbolises Krishna's divine supremacy and the gopis' ultimate surrender and unshakeable devotion to him. The scene is rendered with characteristic narrative clarity, capturing the playful interaction and the profound spiritual undertones of this iconic Hindu story.

Created by artist Jayadev Moharana from Orissa, this work is executed in watercolor on a handmade sheet. Moharana's hand is evident in the finely delineated forms and meticulous brushwork, hallmarks of the rich narrative painting traditions of his region. The organic quality of the handmade sheet provides a sympathetic ground for the watercolors, enhancing the painting's tactile and visual depth, a testament to enduring artisanal practices from Orissa.

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Material & Care

Watercolor On Handmade Sheet.

  • Keep out of direct sunlight to protect the pigments
  • Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth
  • Avoid moisture, humidity, water and sprays
  • Frame under UV-protective glass for longevity
  • Handmade — slight irregularities are the artist's signature

Indian Folk Art · India

Theft of Clothes - Krishna Leela Painting on Cloth

This captivating painting depicts the endearing ‘Vastraharan’ or Theft of Clothes, a beloved episode from the Krishna Leela.

Every line here was drawn by hand, and carries a story older than memory.
Theft of Clothes - Krishna Leela Painting on Cloth

01

In this narrative, Lord Krishna playfully absconds with the garments of the gopis as they bathe in the Yamuna River.

Theft of Clothes - Krishna Leela Painting on Cloth

02

This mischievous act is more than mere prankery, it symbolises Krishna's divine supremacy and the gopis' ultimate surrender and unshakeable devotion to him.

Theft of Clothes - Krishna Leela Painting on Cloth

03

The scene is rendered with characteristic narrative clarity, capturing the playful interaction and the profound spiritual undertones of this iconic Hindu story.Created by artist Jayadev Moharana from Orissa, this work is executed in watercolor on a handmade sheet.

The tradition

A hand-painted work in a traditional folk idiom of India.

Indian Folk Art · India