Manik Lal Das

Place: Krishnanagar

Born: 1962

Biography:

Early Life and Background

Manik Lal Das

, also known as Kalam Patua, is a contemporary exponent of Kalighat painting, a traditional Indian art form. Born in 1962 in Krishnanagar, India, he was raised within the Patua community of scroll painters and storytellers.

Artistic Contributions and Revival of Kalighat Paintings

Self-taught, Manik Lal Das has been credited with the revival of Bengal's Kalighat paintings, which had declined after the 1930s. His artworks have been exhibited in various museums and galleries, including: * Google Arts & Culture * Queensland Art Gallery * Gallery of Modern Art

Notable Works and Themes

Some of his notable works include:

• Autobiography - Local train (38 x 55 cm, Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art, Watercolour), capturing the lively characters on a train.
• Autobiography (40 x 55 cm, Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art, Watercolour), depicting the artist as a young boy pointing to an aeroplane in the sky.
• Photo (38 x 55 cm, Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art, Watercolour), showcasing two female friends self-consciously posing for a photo with New Delhi's iconic Lotus Temple behind them.

Artistic Style and Significance

Manik Lal Das' artworks draw on conventions from West Bengal scrolls and Indian miniature painting, reflecting the beauty and innovation of traditional Indian art. His contributions have been featured in articles for The Hindu and ArtDaily.

View more works by Manik Lal Das on Wikioo.org:

[https://Wikioo.org/@/Manik-Lal-Das](https://Wikioo.org/@/Manik-Lal-Das) | 16 Artworks

Explore the world of Kalighat painting and its exponents on Wikioo.org:

[https://Wikioo.org/Art.nsf/O/A@D3CKT3](https://Wikioo.org/Art.nsf/O/A@D3CKT3) | The Evolution of Art Styles: From Classical to Contemporary