CROWNED GOD BALARAMA
Lotuses hang above the god’s head in this panel from a Hindu temple hanging. The god is Balarama, half brother of the god Krishna in the Hindu religion.
Hindus and Buddhists offer fragrant and beautiful lotuses to gods and Buddhas.
Object Number
S1998.113
Date
Early 18th century
Place of Origin
India
Medium
Opaque watercolor, gold, and paper appliqué on textile
Dimensions
H × W (overall): 21.7 × 12.4 cm
(8 9/16 × 4 7/8 in.)
Credit line
Gift of Terence McInerney