Indian Pilgrimage Figure of Standing Krishna

Dancing figure, red traces on brass, a ribbon of tail curling behind.

This pilgrimage figure of standing Krishna was made in Maharashtra, India, in brass, and the record dates it to the 19th century or earlier. Small figures like this are commonly carried or kept as devotional images, and Krishna is often shown in a dance-like pose. The brass has a worn golden tone, with traces of red pigment on the clothing and headdress. One arm lifts and a long ribbon-like form trails from his side. A stepped base holds him.

About two inches tall. Pocket-sized, with a lot of rhythm.