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Leaving Gavel for the Brush: Sunil Madhav Sen's Journey to Himself

Sunil Madhav Sen (1910-1979) was an artist whose work reflected an abiding intimacy with the land and ethos of Rural Bengal. Quietly perceptive and inwardly alert, he drew inspiration from the textured rhythms of village life and the unadorned poetry of everyday moments. Rather than seeking recognition, he remained committed to authenticity - shaping a visual language that was contemplative, grounded and steeped in lived memory.

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Leaving Gavel for the Brush: Sunil Madhav Sen's Journey to Himself

The Reflection of Sunil Madhav's Artistic Vision

Various organizations have been working for the advancement of art. From the pages of history, we learn that the first such organization in Calcutta was founded in 1830, named the Brush Club. At that time Prince Dwarakanath Tagore was at the forefront among several Indian and British entrepreneurs. Its lifespan was short. Over time, many organizations were established one after another, but with short lifespans. The Indian Society of Oriental Art founded in 1907, is the only one that remains active to this day. In recent time, one of the active institutions of this kind is Prinseps.

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The Reflection of Sunil Madhav's Artistic Vision

Letter from Shubho Tagore to Rathin Maitra - The beginnings of the Calcutta Group

The first of the transcripts documenting the formation of the 'Calcutta Group' , a letter dated March 1942 written by Subho Tagore in Calcutta to Rathin Maitra in Pabna foreseeing a vision in creating something to illuminate the nation's art!

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Letter from Shubho Tagore to Rathin Maitra - The beginnings of the Calcutta Group

Calcutta Group Formation - Notes from Shanu Lahiri's book

Shanu Lahiri was Nirode Majumdar's sister and reminisces here about the formation of the Calcutta group in her book ' Smritir Collage' . The quotes and translations are from the same.

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Calcutta Group Formation - Notes from Shanu Lahiri's book

Atul Bose's Storied Legacy in India's Parliamentary and Museum Halls

This academic exploration serves as an archive, offering a testament to the sought-after portraiture skills artist Atul Bose. Through a collection of newspaper cuttings, we delve into the intersection of artistry and history, with each article representing a chapter in the narrative of this renowned portrait artist. These cuttings, meticulously preserved, provide valuable insights into the recognition and praise garnered by Atul Bose's creations over time, as they secured their esteemed place within museums and government institutes.

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Atul Bose's Storied Legacy in India's Parliamentary and Museum Halls

Modernism to Crypto - Sneak Peak at our February 2025 Exhibition

This would be an important never-before-seen exhibition exploring six decades of Modernism in Indian art and avant-garde art on the blockchain.

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Modernism to Crypto - Sneak Peak at our February 2025 Exhibition

Capturing Delicacy: An In-Depth Exploration of Surendranath Ganguly's Masterpiece Kartikeya

Within the sphere of art historical exploration, the oeuvre of Surendranath Ganguly emerges as a subject of intriguing contemplation. A notable practitioner born in 1885, Ganguly's artistic journey found its genesis at the Government School of Art Calcutta, under the guidance of luminaries such as EB Havell and the visionary Abanindranath Tagore. Aligned with the artistic philosophy of Tagore, Ganguly, alongside Nandalal Bose, played an instrumental role in the revival of Indian artistic traditions that had been relegated to obscurity.

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Capturing Delicacy: An In-Depth Exploration of Surendranath Ganguly's Masterpiece Kartikeya

Last Page of “Ardhashatavarshe Academy of Fine Arts” (Fifty years of AFA) by Kamal Sarkar

I have generally seen her (Lady Ranu Mookerjee) become active by relying on the Academy since 1950. Lady Ranu was then a member of the Sahitya Chakra 'Rabibasar’, At that time, she also held the position of the president of the Academy of Fine Arts.

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Last Page of “Ardhashatavarshe Academy of Fine Arts” (Fifty years of AFA) by Kamal Sarkar

Student Strike Persisted at the Kolkata Government Arts School During 1928-29-30 - Part 1

The Principal of the Government Art School, Mr. Percy Brown was scheduled to retire in1928. There were still two years left until the retirement of the Vice Principal Mr. J.P. Ganguly ( Jamini Prakash Gangooly) and he was owed two years of leave. It was heard then that artist Mukul Dey would be appointed as the principal of the Government Art School soon. At that time, Mr.T.A. Achary was serving as the headmaster and Nandalal Roy Choudhury was the head clerk of Arts School and the superintendent of the contemporary Student’s Hostel which was situated on the Corporation Street and he used to live in that hostel. 

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Student Strike Persisted at the Kolkata Government Arts School During 1928-29-30 - Part 1

Rabindranath Tagore's speeches: A speech from the Mandir

After many days, today I am present in front of you in this shrine (mandir). I have come with a lot of hesitation. I am aware that due to prolonged absence our entire organization has become weak. For whatever reason it may be, your minds are no longer ready to accept all the functions, activities, and rites of the Ashrama. There is no point denying this. For this, not only are you to be held responsible but we are equally responsible.

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Rabindranath Tagore's speeches: A speech from the Mandir
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