19th Century Indian Paintings of Krishna and Rama

Two Indian paintings of Krishna, circa 19th century, both…
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Two Indian paintings of Krishna, circa 19th century, both gouache and gold on paper, the larger image possibly depicting Mohini, surrounded by cobras and a snake charmer within a paradisical forest setting, the other image depicting Rama reclining next to a Rishi within a forest., the larger Mohini painting 30 cm high, 18 cm wide. Provenance: Purchased in new Delhi, 1960s.

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