| Medium | : | Watercolour |
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| Height | : | 10.5 inch / 26.7 cm |
| Width | : | 14.5 inch / 36.8 cm |
| Dimension | : | W: 36.8 cm × H: 26.7 cm |
A traditionally dressed couple rides a decorated auto-rickshaw in this whimsical watercolor by Bhaskar Chitrakar, blending Indian miniature art with modern Kolkata life.
₹21,600.00
Bhaskar Chitrakar | Couple in Autorickshaw| Watercolour on Paper | 14.5 x 10.5 inches | 2025
This vibrant watercolor painting by Bhaskar Chitrakar is a delightful fusion of traditional Indian miniature art with contemporary urban life. The artwork depicts an elaborately dressed couple inside an auto-rickshaw — a familiar sight in Kolkata, subtly noted on the vehicle. The man, dressed in a richly patterned kurta, appears to be driving, while the woman, adorned in a blue saree with layers of pearl jewelry, holds a delicate red flower near her face, exuding elegance and poise. The detailing is ornate, with golden accents and intricate patterns on the vehicle’s body, drawing attention to the blend of the old-world charm with the present-day setting. A streetlight and a bird in the foreground enhance the narrative, adding a whimsical yet grounded touch to the overall composition. Chitrakar’s unique visual storytelling and fusion of styles make this piece both culturally rich and playfully modern.
Bhaskar Chitrakar comes from a family of patuas (painters from an artisan community in West Bengal) that have been practicing Kalighat painting since the 19th century. While his work upholds classical technique, he is the first to bring visions of contemporary society into this traditional art. Now isolated in the bystreets of Kalighat in South Kolkata, Chitrakar has introduced the coronavirus into his work, and his depictions of the virus have mutated and evolved along with its ever-widening grip.
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| Dimensions | 26.67 × 36.83 cm |
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