Title
Matsya, the Fish
Caption
Matsya, the Fish (the first incarnation of Vishnu). In his upper right hand the god carries the chakra (discus), in his upper left hand the shankha (conch), while his lower right hand is in abhaya and his lower left in varada mudra. The fish is painted with great care, as evident from details such as its scales and fierce-looking teeth. Its tail counterbalances the graceful sweep of Vishnu’s shawl and open-ended garland.
Date
1830
Credit line
Photo12/UIG/Universal History Archive
Reference
UMG22A53_071
Model release
No
Property release
No
License type
Rights managed
Available size
29,3Mb (2,5Mb) / 9,5in x 12,0in / 2850 x 3593 (300dpi)