Sri Nathaji, c. 1900. Northwestern India, Rajasthan, Rajput Kingdom of Kota. Gum tempera on paper; overall: 24.5 x 17.2 cm (9 5/8 x 6 3/4 in.). This painted depiction of the black stone sculpture regarded by followers of the Pushti Marg sect as Shri Nathji, a living embodiment of Krishna, includes all the elements carved into the monolithic stele behind the figure. Snakes, beasts, and yogis occupy a wild, rocky landscape. Priests have dressed the figure in light garments, indicative of a hot season, and applied a turban, jewelry, and eyes, which look down upon devotees who would be worshiping at his feet. This painting probably stood on a domestic shrine for daily devotions and served as a memento of a pilgrimage to Nathdwara.