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Legendary Artist Jogen Chowdhury Dies at 87
25 Oct
Summary
- Eminent painter Jogen Chowdhury passed away at 87 in Kolkata.
- He battled a rare blood cancer and urinary tract infection.
- His art explored themes of struggle, resilience, and societal incongruities.
Eminent painter and former Rajya Sabha member Jogen Chowdhury died on Sunday morning at the age of 87 in Kolkata. He had been undergoing treatment for myeloproliferative neoplasm, a rare blood cancer, and a urinary tract infection for the past 14 months.
Chowdhury's artistic journey began with influences from his mother's traditional art and was profoundly shaped by his family's migration after the Partition. He pursued formal art education in Kolkata and later studied in Paris. His works often delved into human struggle and societal issues.
Known for a distinctive style blending Indian and European movements, Chowdhury also contributed to public culture by designing Durga Puja themes. He served as a curator and art teacher, and represented the Trinamool Congress in the Rajya Sabha from 2014 to 2020.
