An illustration from the Bhagavata Purana, India, late 17th century, gouache on paper, depicting a battle scene where Lord Krishna kills King Paundrika and his accomplice King Kashi, with 9ll. of black Devanagri text to reverse, 30.5 x 21cm.Provenance: Private Collection, GermanyInscription: The King of Kashi came to help Paundrika in the battle against Lord Krishna. Paundrika was dressed like Krishna and announced himself as the incarnation of Vishnu. He challenged Lord Krishna's identity but was beheaded by Lord Krishna. The ladies are mourning his death and making preparations for his cremationPlease refer to department for condition report