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Copyright This work is in the public domain. Abanindranath Tagore died in 1951; copyright lasts 70 years after the artist’s death, so it ended in 2021.
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Untitled (ARCD2H) — Abanindranath Tagore
Shaded: the lifetime of Abanindranath Tagore (1871–1951) ▲ this work, 1908
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Born in Joransanko, India
Born: May 7, 1861, Joransanko, Calcutta, British India
Died: December 5, 1951
Family: Member of the distinguished Tagore family; nephew of Rabindranath Tagore. His grandfather was Girindranath Tagore, and his father was Gunendranath Tagore.
Education: Studied at Sanskrit College, Kolkata in the 1880s and later attended Calcutta School of Art.
Early Training: Learned pastels from O. Ghilardi and oil painting from Charles Palmer at Calcutta School of Art.
Mughal and Rajput Styles: Sought to modernize these styles, rejecting Western art models.
Swadeshi Values: Incorporated Swadeshi values into his art, promoting Indian traditions.
Whistler's Aestheticism: Influenced by Whistler’s aesthetic principles.
Japanese Influence: Later incorporated Chinese and Japanese calligraphic traditions into his style after meeting artists Tikan and Hesida.
Rohini II: A notable work showcasing his artistic skill.
Passing of Shajahan: Another significant painting reflecting his style.
Season Flower in a Vase: Demonstrates his mastery of technique and subject matter.
Arabian Nights Series (1930): Considered one of his finest achievements, using Arabian Nights stories to explore colonial Calcutta.
Bharat Mata: A significant painting symbolizing Mother India.
Founder of the Bengal School of Art: Played a pivotal role in shaping modern Indian painting and promoting nationalistic art.
Indian Society of Oriental Art (1907): Founded this society to promote traditional Indian art forms.
Pioneer of Modern Indian Painting: Recognized as a key figure in the development of modern Indian art.
Influence on Subsequent Artists: Mentored notable artists such as Nandalal Bose, Asit Halder, Kshitindranath Majumdar and Jamini Roy.
Revival of Traditional Art Forms: Advocated for a return to traditional Indian techniques and styles.
Impact on Bengali Children's Literature: Wrote influential children’s books like Rajkahini, Budo Angla, Nalak, and Khirer Putul.
National Art Treasures: His works are considered National Art Treasures.
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Untitled (ARCD2H) — Abanindranath Tagore
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