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manik lal das

Quick Facts

  • Corpus themes:
    • indian miniature painting influence
    • kalighat painting style
    • west bengal scroll traditions
    • revival of folk art
  • Color intensity:
    • vivid
    • balanced
  • Best occasions: cultural
  • Museums on APS:
    • Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art
    • Museum of Art - Photography
  • Nationality: India
  • Creative periods:
    • contemporary period
    • contemporary
  • Mediums: watercolor
  • Room fit: coffee shop
  • Topics explored:
    • social commentary
    • watercolour
    • kalighat painting
    • indian art
  • Vibe: nostalgic
  • More…
  • Born: 1962, Krishnanagar, India
  • Also known as: kalam patua
  • Top-ranked work: Dancing Sunadaris
  • Copyright status: Under copyright
  • Top 3 works:
    • Dancing Sunadaris
    • Sundari with a peacock
    • Snake charmer
  • Art period: Contemporary
  • Typical colors:
    • putty
    • rosy brown
  • Movements:
    • contemporary realism
    • kalighat painting
  • Works on APS: 16

**early life and background**

manik lal das, also known as kalam patua, is a contemporary exponent of kalighat painting, a traditional indian art form. born in 1962 in krishnanagar, india, he was raised within the patua community of scroll painters and storytellers.

**artistic contributions and revival of kalighat paintings**

self-taught, manik lal das has been credited with the revival of bengal's kalighat paintings, which had declined after the 1930s. his artworks have been exhibited in various museums and galleries, including: * google arts & culture * queensland art gallery * gallery of modern art

**notable works and themes**

some of his notable works include:

**artistic style and significance**

manik lal das' artworks draw on conventions from west bengal scrolls and indian miniature painting, reflecting the beauty and innovation of traditional indian art. his contributions have been featured in articles for the hindu and artdaily. **view more works by manik lal das on OriginalUniqueArt.com:** [https://OriginalUniqueArt.com/@/manik-lal-das](https://OriginalUniqueArt.com/@/manik-lal-das) | 16 artworks **explore the world of kalighat painting and its exponents on OriginalUniqueArt.com:** /en/art/show/art-d3ckt3-en/ | the evolution of art styles: from classical to contemporary

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