Songs Of The Soil : Modernist Melody - The Art Of Manoj Dutta
Discover the enchanting world of Manoj Dutta through the lens of art critic Manasij Majumdar in this captivating volume. Born in Kolkata in 1956, Dutta emerged as a talented artist in the late seventies, despite having no formal art education. His distinctive style draws on traditional ideas, especially folk art, while seamlessly integrating modern sensibilities. This creates a beautiful fusion that resonates with contemporary events and emotions.
Majumdar, having admired Dutta’s work for years, unveils the essence of the artist’s creations—spontaneously home-grown yet undeniably modernist. The collection featured in this volume showcases how Dutta’s art reflects a lucid, unalloyed expression deeply rooted in the Indian soil, making it a treasure for art lovers across the globe.
Based on extensive collections from Kolkata and Delhi, along with Dutta’s personal collection, the author eloquently traces the major trends in Dutta’s oeuvre. Readers will appreciate the unique blend of “Indianness” and personal idiom that defines Dutta’s work, making this book not only an art critique but a heartfelt homage to an artist who continues to inspire and captivate.
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Songs Of The Soil : Modernist Melody - The Art Of Manoj Dutta
Songs Of The Soil : Modernist Melody - The Art Of Manoj Dutta
Discover the enchanting world of Manoj Dutta through the lens of art critic Manasij Majumdar in this captivating volume. Born in Kolkata in 1956, Dutta emerged as a talented artist in the late seventies, despite having no formal art education. His distinctive style draws on traditional ideas, especially folk art, while seamlessly integrating modern sensibilities. This creates a beautiful fusion that resonates with contemporary events and emotions.
Majumdar, having admired Dutta’s work for years, unveils the essence of the artist’s creations—spontaneously home-grown yet undeniably modernist. The collection featured in this volume showcases how Dutta’s art reflects a lucid, unalloyed expression deeply rooted in the Indian soil, making it a treasure for art lovers across the globe.
Based on extensive collections from Kolkata and Delhi, along with Dutta’s personal collection, the author eloquently traces the major trends in Dutta’s oeuvre. Readers will appreciate the unique blend of “Indianness” and personal idiom that defines Dutta’s work, making this book not only an art critique but a heartfelt homage to an artist who continues to inspire and captivate.
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Discover the enchanting world of Manoj Dutta through the lens of art critic Manasij Majumdar in this captivating volume. Born in Kolkata in 1956, Dutta emerged as a talented artist in the late seventies, despite having no formal art education. His distinctive style draws on traditional ideas, especially folk art, while seamlessly integrating modern sensibilities. This creates a beautiful fusion that resonates with contemporary events and emotions.
Majumdar, having admired Dutta’s work for years, unveils the essence of the artist’s creations—spontaneously home-grown yet undeniably modernist. The collection featured in this volume showcases how Dutta’s art reflects a lucid, unalloyed expression deeply rooted in the Indian soil, making it a treasure for art lovers across the globe.
Based on extensive collections from Kolkata and Delhi, along with Dutta’s personal collection, the author eloquently traces the major trends in Dutta’s oeuvre. Readers will appreciate the unique blend of “Indianness” and personal idiom that defines Dutta’s work, making this book not only an art critique but a heartfelt homage to an artist who continues to inspire and captivate.
