Indian Pilgrimage Figure of Kneeling Krishna

Holding a butter ball, as he often does.

This brass figure of kneeling Krishna comes from Maharashtra, India, and is dated in the record to the 19th century or earlier. Krishna as a crawling child is commonly shown holding a ball of butter, a favorite theme in devotional imagery. Here the child raises one hand with a round ball, a topknot on his head. The brass has a smooth, polished golden shine with darker recesses.

About 2 inches tall. A mischievous infant and a very patient shelf. A sweet, small reminder to keep the pantry locked.