Radha Krishna darkness plate VII of VIII

plate VII of VIII

One part of a four piece panoramic view of the City of London

part of which has been laid out as formal gardens

A woman in white with long dark hair holds a flower

in frame with Cap of Liberty

Radha Krishna darkness plate VII of VIIIRadha and Krishna, the most celebrated couple within Hindu mythology are a common Madhubai subject. Krishna is most often portrayed with his flute with which he enchants his devoted gopis (cowherd girls). Radha is his favourite gopi and their relationship represents Eternal Love. Radha also symbolizes the individual soul that is awakened to the love of God and is absorbed in such love.