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Anand Manchiraju
Painting - 101.6 x 152.4 x 0.3 cm Painting - 40 x 60 x 0.1 inch
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Child Krishna,
2008
Anand Manchiraju
Painting : acrylic
43.2 x 33 x 0.3 cm 17 x 13 x 0.1 inch
€1,855
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43.2 x 33 x 0.3 cm 17 x 13 x 0.1 inch Height x Width x Depth
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Artwork location: India
Bala Krishna, or Bala Gopala, is a cherished and significant aspect of the Hindu deity Krishna, depicting him in his innocent and playful boyhood form. The worship of Bala Krishna emphasizes his divine nature even as a child, highlighting his miraculous deeds, enchanting personality, and the joy he brings to his devotees.
Historical Significance
The worship of Bala Krishna is one of the earliest forms of devotion in Krishnaism, an aspect of Hinduism that focuses on the worship of Krishna. The stories and legends of Bala Krishna are prominent in various Hindu scriptures, including the Bhagavata Purana, Harivamsa, and the Mahabharata. These texts narrate the divine and miraculous exploits of Krishna as a child, which serve both as religious teachings and sources of joy and inspiration for devotees.
Key Legends and Stories
Several enchanting stories illustrate Bala Krishna's divine nature and endearing qualities:
Makhan Chor (Butter Thief):
- One of the most popular legends is that of Krishna's love for butter. He would often steal butter from the houses of the villagers, charming them with his mischievousness. This act symbolizes his playful nature and his deep connection with his devotees, as butter was a staple in their households.
Vishnu's Incarnation:
- Krishna is considered the eighth incarnation (avatar) of the god Vishnu. His childhood pastimes are seen as divine lila (divine play) meant to illustrate his divinity and the nature of his incarnation.
Kaliya Mardan:
- As a child, Krishna subdued the venomous serpent Kaliya, who was poisoning the Yamuna River. He danced on Kaliya's hoods, showcasing his divine power even in his youth, and eventually forgave the serpent, demonstrating his mercy.
Gokul and Vrindavan Adventures:
- Krishna spent his childhood in the pastoral regions of Gokul and Vrindavan, where he performed numerous miracles, protected the villagers from various dangers, and played with his friends. His interactions with the cowherds and gopis (milkmaids) exemplify his loving and protective nature.
Symbolism
Bala Krishna is a symbol of divine love, joy, and innocence. His childhood tales often carry deeper spiritual meanings, teaching devotees about the importance of love, devotion, and surrender to the divine. His playful acts are seen as a reminder of the simplicity and purity required in one's devotion.
Worship and Festivals
Devotees celebrate Bala Krishna through various rituals and festivals, such as:
Janmashtami:
- Krishna's birth is celebrated with great fervor and devotion. Temples and homes are decorated, and devotees engage in fasting, singing hymns, and reenacting scenes from Krishna's childhood.
Dahi Handi:
- This festival involves forming human pyramids to break a pot filled with curd, mimicking Krishna's butter-stealing escapades. It is a popular event, especially in Maharashtra, India.
Daily Rituals:
- Many households worship an idol of Bala Krishna, bathing and dressing him daily, offering him sweets and butter, and singing lullabies, treating him as a beloved child.
Artistic Depictions
Bala Krishna is a favorite subject in Indian art and literature. He is often depicted with a mischievous smile, holding a butter pot, or dancing on the serpent Kaliya. These images capture his playful yet powerful essence, serving as a visual reminder of his divine presence.
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Presentation
I was born in Eluru, AP, India. Since childhood, I used to observe my father Sri M.S.
Murthy, while he was painting and when he finished his work, I used to clean his brushes.
Often, I used same brushes to come up with my own art. I followed my passion for art and
developed my unique style. In a career spanning more than 50 plus years as a professional artist
and have done over 3000 artwork on various subject matter such as landscapes, portraits, still
life, nudes, animals, travel, and botanicals, on different media such as oils on canvas, acrylic
on canvas, water colors on paper, etc.
I studied photography in the JNTU Government College of Fine Arts and Architecture,
Hyderabad and furthering my education by taking Color Photo Technology at the Indian
Institute of Remote Sensing, Dehradun. Upon graduation, I joined Indian Drugs and
Pharmaceuticals Limited, Rishikesh Uttaranchal, as Artist and Photographer. I have also been
serving as the President of Andhra Academy of Arts, Vijayawada for three decades for the
cause and propagation of art.
Living close to Himalayan mountains I got inspired by the splendours of nature and
Ganga river. As a result, nature is often the centerpiece of my work. My sense of the personal,
cultural and world view can be seen in my painting on Indian Tribes and Tribal Dances, Gods
such as Siva, Krishna, Ganesha, Buddha, Saints, etc. Using photography skills and my innate
innovativeness, I have extensively experimented using photo chemicals on bromide and
painting on used X-ray film after treating them. I am one of the very few in the world to do
artwork in this medium. In recent past, I have travelled around the world visiting my children.
Hence city abstracts have also become a recurrent theme.
My work has been exhibited in many prestigious galleries in India. My first exhibition
was in the Raj Bhawan, Hyderabad in the year 1968. Since then, I have exhibited my work at
Jehangir Art Gallery (Mumbai), Nehru Centre (Mumbai), Bajaj Art Gallery (Mumbai), Lalit
Kala Academy (New Delhi), India International Center (New Delhi), Triveni Art Gallery (New
Delhi), Academy of Fine Art (Kolkatta), Lalit Kala Academy (Chennai), Muse Art gallery
(Hyderabad), State Gallery of Fine Arts (Hyderabad). I have received several state and national
level awards. These exhibitions received critical applause from the press & T.V media as well
as enthusiastic response from the art lovers. My artwork is in private collections and galleries
around the world.
More recently, I have also participated and exhibited in several international juried
exhibitions both online and offline such as Studio Montclair NJ; Fusion Art, Palm Springs, CA;
Art impact International; Awesome Art Inc; Youth for Human Rights, Washington DC;
Artivita Online Art; Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery; The Contemporary Art Gallery
Online; Sacramento Fine Arts Center, Carmichael, CA ; Chico Art Center, Chico, CA, and
many others.
When I reflect upon my long association with art, I find that the creative process is just
as intriguing and rewarding as the final outcome of my projects. This desire to create has always
been strong even when others have tried to dissuade me. The internal push to create has given
me an appreciation for the process of exploration, patience and the beauty of art. I believe this
creative and explorative journey has become about freedom to create and the freedom to
express myself.
Participation in online shows organized by The HUG - a online art portal
2025
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"The Animal Kingdom" Art Exhibition
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