SOCIO-CULTURAL RESONANCE OF MAHADEV VISHWANATH DHURANDHAR’S ART: TRACING HIS INFLUENCE AND LEGACY IN INDIAN PAINTING

Authors

  • Saday Chandra Das Assistant Professor, Department of Visual Arts, Assam University Silchar, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i2.2024.919

Keywords:

Themes, Techniques, Impact, Cultural Context and Contribution

Abstract [English]

M.V. Dhurandhar a renowned Indian artist left an indelible mark on the world of Indian art through his unique style, technique and thematic choices. This paper aims to delve into Dhurandhar’s artistic contributions focusing on his socio-cultural significance and the lasting impact his paintings have had on Indian art. By considering his style technique and themes we can gain a deeper understanding of Dhurandhar’s artistic prowess and the socio-cultural context in which his works were created.

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2024-02-29

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Das, S. C. (2024). SOCIO-CULTURAL RESONANCE OF MAHADEV VISHWANATH DHURANDHAR’S ART: TRACING HIS INFLUENCE AND LEGACY IN INDIAN PAINTING. ShodhKosh: Journal of Visual and Performing Arts, 5(2), 230–242. https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i2.2024.919