Krishna and Radha

Pichhavi is a wall hanging which is usually placed at the back of a shrine. It is associated with the Vallabhachari cult, which is devoted to the worship of Krishna. Such paintings often depict the events of Krishna's life and scenes related to his worship. Here, Krishna is enthroned and Radha, his favorite milkmaid is paying homage to him. They are shown against a background of lotus blossoms, butterflies and dragonflies.