Krishna leela scene in Tikuli painting by Ashok Kumar

Artist Ashok Kumar depicts Krishna Leela scene in his tikuli artwork, Lord Krishna is the central figure in the scene portrayed as a young and charming deity with a bluish complexion. The painting showcases the activity of stealing butter from pots(Makhan Chor). The surroundings of the Krishna Leela scene are intricately detailed, featuring flowers, animals and, Gopis watching from the window. The scene is originated from the mythological stories that highlight the playful and mischievous nature of Lord Krishna, passed down through generations and hold a special place in Indian culture and tradition. The gopis witnessing the scene from the window represents the devotion and surrender of the devotees towards the divine.