Lot#14 || Chittaprosad Bhattacharya (1915 - 1978)
UNTITLED (Boy / Apu)
Pastel on paper
29.00 x 22.00 in
Estimate ₹ 5,00,000 - ₹ 7,00,000
PROVENANCE
Private Collection Mumbai
Private Collection Mumbai
DESCRIPTION
Chittaprosad Bhattacharya was a multifaceted artist, storyteller, and poet, known for his deep commitment to documenting human suffering, the lives of laborers, the poor, and the marginalised. His works are a powerful revolution against tyranny and social injustice, reflecting the socio-political upheavals of his time. The figure, rendered in striking hues, stands as a testament to Bhattacharya's experimental approach and his engagement with the human condition. The piece goes beyond his recognized oeuvre, delving into the socio-cultural fabric of his era and revealing a previously unexplored aspect of his artistic prowess.
Chittaprosad Bhattacharya was a multifaceted artist, storyteller, and poet, known for his deep commitment to documenting human suffering, the lives of laborers, the poor, and the marginalised. His works are a powerful revolution against tyranny and social injustice, reflecting the socio-political upheavals of his time. The figure, rendered in striking hues, stands as a testament to Bhattacharya's experimental approach and his engagement with the human condition. The piece goes beyond his recognized oeuvre, delving into the socio-cultural fabric of his era and revealing a previously unexplored aspect of his artistic prowess.
