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100 1 _aArcher, W. G.
_q(William George),
_d1907-1979
245 1 4 _aThe Loves of Krishna in Indian Painting and Poetry
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2004-04-01
508 _aProduced by Juliet Sutherland, Andrea Ball and PG Distributed Proofreaders
520 _a"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.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aKrishna (Hindu deity)
653 _aHindu gods in art
653 _aHindu painting -- India
653 _aSanskrit poetry -- History and criticism
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/11924
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