Indian Figure of Krishna Dancing

He dances on one leg, a tiny ball held in each outstretched hand.

Metalworkers of India cast this figure of Krishna dancing in copper, dated in the record to the 17th century. The dancing infant Krishna, often called Bala Krishna, is commonly shown with butter in his hand, balanced on one foot. This one has a rounded belly, a topknot, and rich jewelry marked in the casting. One foot is raised. The base is a lotus-like platform on a square plinth. The surface is dark brown with golden highlights.

About 3 inches tall. A palm-sized joy, deep with age.