02357cam a22003373u 4500 11924 UtSlPG 20260610133302.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 BL Archer, W. G. (William George), 1907-1979 The Loves of Krishna in Indian Painting and Poetry Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-04-01 Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Andrea Ball and PG Distributed Proofreaders "The Loves of Krishna in Indian Painting and Poetry" by W. G. Archer is a scholarly work exploring the representation of the Hindu god Krishna through various artistic and poetic traditions, likely written during the mid-20th century. The book delves into the rich tapestry of Indian culture, focusing on the themes of romantic love, devotion, and the symbolic meanings embedded in both paintings and literary texts centered around Krishna's life and loves, particularly his interactions with Radha and the cowgirls. The opening of the work introduces the reader to the distinctive nature of Indian painting in relation to romantic themes, contrasting it with Mughal art. Archer outlines the nuances within these paintings, emphasizing how everyday elements in nature serve as metaphors for love and longing. He also highlights the complexity of understanding these artworks without a grasp of the accompanying poetry and narratives, as they often hold deeper meanings tied to Krishna's divine and playful character. Archer's intent is to elucidate Krishna’s multifaceted identity and significance in Indian spirituality and culture, preparing the reader for a detailed exploration of his themes in both visual and written art. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Krishna (Hindu deity) Hindu gods in art Hindu painting -- India Sanskrit poetry -- History and criticism https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/11924 53344 53344