Collection Online as of September 28, 2023
Nitai and Gaur
Gum tempera, graphite, ink, and tin on paper
Gift of William E. Ward in memory of his wife, Evelyn Svec Ward 2003.154
Location
not on view
Description
Pictured are Gaur (the Golden One) and Nitai (he who embodies eternal bliss), Gaur’s disciple par excellence. Gaur, also known as Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, is believed by his followers to be an incarnation of Lord Krishna. Nitai is believed to be an avatar of Balarama and, therefore, the brother and friend of Krishna. They are depicted here with hands raised, chanting a devotional song.