A Lady ArtistNandlal Boshu · 1937

  • Art movementFolk Art
  • Creation date1937
  • Dimensions59.0 x 63.0 cm
  • MuseumNational Gallery of Modern Art

Nandlal Boshu (1882 – 1966)

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About this artwork

  • Title: A Lady Artist
  • Artist: Nandlal Boshu
  • Year: 1937
  • Original dimensions: 59.0 x 63.0 cm
  • Format: Square
  • Copyright status: Under copyright
  • Where to see it: National Gallery of Modern Art
  • Movement: Folk Art
  • Creative period: Mature Period
  • Keywords: blue and red clothing, indian folk art, flute player artwork

Questions & Answers

How strong are the colors of "A Lady Artist"?

The colors of "A Lady Artist" by Nandlal Boshu show a muted saturation with a monochromatic intensity.

Which color stands out most in "A Lady Artist"?

espresso (#373434) is the leading color of "A Lady Artist" by Nandlal Boshu.

When was "A Lady Artist" made?

"A Lady Artist" dates from 1937. The date places the work within Nandlal Boshu's career and its era.

Who created "A Lady Artist"?

The artist behind "A Lady Artist" is Nandlal Boshu. The work is catalogued under Nandlal Boshu's name.

Where is "A Lady Artist" by Nandlal Boshu on display today?

You can see the original "A Lady Artist" at the National Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi, India.

What was Nandlal Boshu's age when "A Lady Artist" was created?

Nandlal Boshu made "A Lady Artist" at the age of 55. The artist was born in 1882 and the work is dated 1937.

Where does "A Lady Artist" sit within Nandlal Boshu's body of work?

Within Nandlal Boshu's output, "A Lady Artist" sits in the Folk Art style, alongside the themes of persian & indian blend, traditional indian motifs, spiritual contemplation, female grace, serenity, folklore and mythology, regional artistic style, bose's signature aesthetic".

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