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Satish Gujral: A Life in Art Remembered
30 Jan
Summary
- Centenary exhibition honors artist Satish Gujral's vast body of work.
- Exhibition showcases seven decades of Gujral's material, form, memory, and space.
- Gujral's art reflected lived experience, from Partition trauma to everyday life.
The National Gallery of Modern Art is hosting a centenary exhibition to commemorate the 100th birth anniversary of legendary artist Satish Gujral. This exhibition, a collaboration with the Gujral Foundation, spans Gujral's seven-decade career, offering a deep dive into his exploration of material, form, memory, and space. Over 150 of his works, including paintings, sculptures, sketches, and murals, are on display, providing a comprehensive view of his artistic evolution.
The exhibition is more than a retrospective; it's a testament to Gujral's profound connection to life experiences. His art vividly captures historical moments like the Partition and the birth of a new nation, alongside the subtleties of everyday existence. Curator Kishore Singh highlighted how Gujral's artistic language evolved, shifting from empathetic to playful, poignant to joyful, all stemming from a place of deep introspection.
