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The Gods and demons churn the ocean of milk
The Gods and demons churn the ocean of milk

The Gods and demons churn the ocean of milk

Place of OriginMysuru (Mysore), Karnataka state, India
Dateapprox. 1800
MaterialsOpaque watercolors on paper
DimensionsH. 7 1/4 in x W. 14 3/4 in, H. 18.3 cm x W. 37.3 cm
Credit LineGift of George Hopper Fitch
Object numberB87D13
DepartmentSouth Asian Art
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This painting reveals the serpent's association with cosmic waters in South Asia. Here we see the serpent employed as a sacred force, assisting the gods and demons in churning the ocean of milk to create the elixir of immortality and the drink of the gods, as well as other treasures.