£200 - £300
Period Kalighat Painting of a Babu Visiting a Nautch Girl:
Period Kalighat Painting of a Babu Visiting a Nautch Girl: This rare Kalighat painting depicts a Babu, or gentleman, visiting a nautch girl, offering a glimpse into the social life of colonial-era Bengal. Created by artists near Calcutta’s renowned Kalighat Temple, these paintings were initially sold to visitors and later developed into a significant artistic movement, influencing artists like Jamini Roy. Emerging during the 19th-century British colonial period, Kalighat paintings capture both mythological and everyday scenes, reflecting the social and cultural changes of the time. The bold composition and minimal background in this artwork draw attention to the figures, creating a striking portrayal of life in that era.
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