The Calendar depicts Krishna dancing on the head of the demon snake Kaliya, symbolizing victory over evil. Krishna, dressed in traditional attire, exudes joy, while Kaliya's serpentine form adds drama to the scene.
This calendar is associated with the Burmah Oil Company, founded in 1886 in Scotland. In India, it established a significant distribution network and, in the 1920s, formed a joint venture with Royal Dutch Shell, creating the Burmah-Shell Oil Storage and Distributing Company of India Limited. This partnership was crucial for importing and distributing petroleum products across India.
The calendar for 1939 is featured at the bottom, listing the months alongside the company's offerings, including kerosene and industrial lubricants. Overall, the calendar intertwines cultural imagery with commercial interests, reflecting early 20th-century India.