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Hearst Museum object titled Book, accession number 9-10831, described as book in manuscript form, religious; paper, red and black ink, paints, binding material; for religious purposes, prayer?; the paintings are in an Indian style and include the figure of the Lord Krishna in several; several pages are loose

Hearst Museum object titled Box, accession number 9-11915a, no description available.

Hearst Museum object titled Box lid, accession number 9-11915b, no description available.

Hearst Museum object titled Brass idol, accession number 9-6439, described as brass idol of Lord Krishna; in right hand holding a ball of Laddu (sweetmeat or candy); semi-kneeling position; eyes of shiny metal. This type of image known as Bal Krishna or boy Krishna. On Krishna's chest is an auspicious footprint. Krishna, a baby with a fondness for sweets and a prediliction for mischief, is regarded with tender affections, especially by women.

Hearst Museum object titled Figurine, accession number 9-21998, described as These are a pair of wrestling boys, perhaps Krishna and a companion from Hindu tradition.

Hearst Museum object titled Oil lamp, accession number 9-12915, described as Small brass oil lamp with a footed container for oil; a closed neck with an opening for the wick; nozzle-like top. Native name and meaning: "krishna batti" (krishna light). The body of the lamp holds the oil. Used as a votive lamp or for subdued household lighting. Collector observed at least 6 being sold in half and hour. Height 12.4 centemeters.

Hearst Museum object titled Plaque, accession number 9-11449, described as plaque, ceramic, represents hand, eyes (in relief) bounding sun and moon; painted brown, orange, yellow, green, blue, and black; 27.3 cm h.; 18.5 cm w.;