Indian and Himalayan Art Ritual Spoon with Gopala Krishna Handle Made in India, AsiaPossibly made in Mysore, Karnataka, India, Asia c. 18th century Artist/maker unknown, India Copper alloy Currently not on view 2006-53-107 Bequest of Dean Walker, 2006 |
LabelKrishna-seen here in his most popular form, the young cowherd lord (Gopala)-stands atop the handle of this elaborate ritual spoon. With one foot nonchalantly crossed in front of the other, he raises his hand to play his flute (now missing). Such spoons are used during Hindu worship, primarily for offering holy water to deities. |
