Lot No. 8: ROY, JAMINI (1887 - 1972)

ROY, JAMINI (1887 - 1972)

UNTITLED

Signed by Artist
Signed in Bengali (Lower Right)

Image size: 75.8 x 48 cm (29.8 x 18.8 Inches)
Mount size: 90.7 x 61 cm (35.7 x 24 Inches)
Frame size: 98 x 68.5 cm (38.5 x 26.9 Inches)

Roy's masterful use of expressive lines allows the viewer to glimpse beneath the surface of the figure, revealing the emotional depth that lies within. She is both part of the earth and the spirit, a living testament to the strength and grace of womanhood in all its forms. In this work, Roy's vision captures not just the essence of a woman but the soul of a culture, woven together with a delicate yet powerful thread of artistry.
This painting captures a woman in her most elemental form, her figure a graceful fusion of bold, sweeping lines that dance across the canvas like a whispered breeze. Every curve, every contour, is reduced to its purest essence, yet brimming with unspoken emotion.
The artist, Jamini Roy, breathes life into this stylized figure, where the simplicity of the shapes transcends mere representation, becoming a profound expression of inner strength and quiet dignity.
In a limited palette of rich, grey hues, the colours flow with an almost rhythmic cadence, evoking a sense of timelessness. The woman's presence is commanding yet serene, her posture one of both poise and resilience. She is not just a figure of physical beauty but a symbol of something deeper and carry the weight of cultural identity and ancestral connection.

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Provenance : Collection of a Gentleman

About Artist

Jamini Roy (1887 – 1972)

Jamini Roy, born on April 11, 1887, in Beliatore, a small village in Bengal, India, emerged as one of the most influential and celebrated Indian artists of the 20th century.  His journey from a traditional artistic background to the forefront…...Read More