KARMAKAR, PRAKASH (1933-2014)
UNTITLED
Signed by ArtistInitialled in Bengali and Dated (Lower Right); Signed and Dated "Pkarmakar" and Signed in Bengali (On the Reverse)
Year: 1997
Image size: 70.3 x 47.5 cm (27.6 x 18.7 Inches)
Mount size: 91 x 65 cm (35.8 x 25.5 Inches)
Frame size: 100.5 x 75 cm (39.5 x 29.5 Inches)
Influenced by Picasso and the impressionists, Karmarkar's work reflects the turbulence of modern society, particularly the confusion in contemporary India. His blend of fragmented abstraction and emotive atmosphere captures the sense of societal decay and emotional unrest, offering a poignant commentary on the complexities of India's changing landscape.
In this painting, the figures are poised in a delicate balance of calm and tension. The man, holding a basket of fruits, radiates tranquility, while the second person's watchful expression introduces an undercurrent of unease, hinting at a deeper, untold story. The vibrant fruits contrast with the figures subdued mood, suggesting abundance, yet their expressions imply a complexity beneath the surface. The bird on the second person's shoulder symbolizes vigilance, urging us to look beyond the obvious.
The background, with its gradient from yellow to pink and red, evokes a sunset or dramatic interior lighting, adding emotional depth.
The folk-art-inspired style, with bold lines and a flattened perspective, emphasizes the figure's emotional expressions, drawing attention to their silent interaction.
Provenance : Collection of a Gentleman
This work is in good condition.
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