Revealing Krishna: Essays on the History, Context, and Conservation of Krishna Lifting Mount Govardhan from Phnom Da

by Bertrand Porte, Sonya Rhie Mace, Thierry Zephir

Book Overview

The sculpture of Krishna lifting Mount Govardhan is one of the highlights of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Dating from c 600 CE, its story, meanings and depictions in the art of India and Southeast Asia are discussed in this new volume with reference to images of the ideal ruler, protector of the realm, and clan hero.

The authors delve into several fascinating aspects behind the sculpture. These include locating the sculpture in the context of the...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1911282786
• ISBN13: 9781911282785
• Release Date: November 2021
• Publisher: Giles
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 1.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 8.4" x 8.5"