Basoodeb and Narod Moonee

India, West Bengal

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Vasudev (Basudeb) and the ascetic sage Narada Muni (Narodmuni in Bengali), famed in Hinduism for his wisdom, gifted with the boon of knowledge. He preaches to Vasudeva that a moment of association with holy men is the most valuable thing in life, for it opens the path of enlightenment in spiritual life. Both figures hold a rosary (mala), have uncut hair, are bearded and wear white waistcloths. More typically Narada is represented holding a musical instrument. Inscribed in Bengali and English.

Basoodeb and Narod Moonee, Gouache and ink on paper, India, West Bengal

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