작품 상세

Dimensions: Height 35 cm Wide 15 cm Depth 11 cm Weight: 6086 grams This finely modelled bronze depicts Krishna accompanied by his elder brother Balarama, one of the most beloved divine pairs in the Hindu pantheon. The composition captures the brothers in graceful contraposto, their bodies animated by gentle movement and an unmistakable sense of intimacy and playfulness—an artistic hallmark of eastern Indian devotional bronzes. Krishna, the central and slightly taller figure, is shown as the divine cowherd and cosmic hero, his youthful body elegantly poised, one leg crossing in front of the other. In his lowered hand he holds a small vessel, while the raised hand gestures outward, suggesting both blessing and invitation. His serene smile and softly modelled features convey the god’s dual nature: playful child and supreme deity. Krishna’s iconography is inseparable from stories of charm, mischief, and divine love—stealing butter as a child, enchanting the gopis with his flute, and ultimately revealing himself as Vishnu incarnate in the Bhagavad Gita. At his side stands Balarama, smaller in scale yet dynamically posed, his raised arm echoing dance-like movement. Traditionally associated with strength, agriculture, and protection, Balarama is often identified by his plough and club; here, his animated posture and attentive gaze emphasize his role as Krishna’s companion, guardian, and elder brother. In Vaishnava tradition, Balarama embodies physical power and moral steadiness, balancing Krishna’s playful and cosmic energy. The sculptor has masterfully exploited the bronze medium to create subtle surface transitions—from the smooth planes of the bodies to the softly worn edges of limbs and ornaments. The natural patina, built up over generations of ritual handling and environmental exposure, adds depth and warmth to the surface, reinforcing the sculpture’s devotional character. The figures stand on a stepped rectangular base, grounding the lively composition in architectural stability.