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“Chaturanga” – A Diverse Art Exhibition


Bengaluru: Three artists from West Bengal — Sunil Barman, Usharanjan Mondal and Gopal Chandra Naskar — have brought the cultural ethos and traditions of their homeland to life through their distinctive artistic styles.


Diverse and captivating artworks: Their diverse and captivating artworks are being exhibited at the Art Gallery of Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath, Bengaluru.

The exhibition was inaugurated by C. S. Krishna Setty, a senior artist and former Chairman of the Karnataka Lalit Kala Akademi.


Senior artist Babu Jattakar, former Principal of Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath, and renowned artist Basavarajachar K. R. graced the occasion as chief guests and extended their support to the inaugural ceremony.


A fascinating variety of artistic expressions: The exhibition features a fascinating variety of artistic expressions. These include compositions employing the pointillist technique even on large canvases; romantic and aesthetically rich depictions of Radha and Krishna; portrayals of rural life, capturing its many dimensions through delicate colours and lyrical lines; and imaginative compositions enclosed within bold, powerful strokes and vibrant colours that transport viewers into a world of fantasy.

Each artwork has the ability to touch the viewer's inner sensibilities and inspire deeper thought and reflection.


Sunil Barman

Sunil Barman is a professional artist from West Bengal whose works reflect the serene beauty of nature and the simplicity of rural life. His paintings capture lush green landscapes, the natural rhythm of the environment and the richness of traditional culture. Having evolved as an artist without any formal training, he has developed a distinctive artistic identity. His paintings symbolise peaceful coexistence and harmony with nature.


Usharanjan Mondal

Usharanjan Mondal, from West Bengal, is a self-taught artist whose works beautifully capture the rhythm of nature and life. He is particularly renowned for his intricate pointillist technique. His celebrated series, “Love with Nature,” is a lyrical artistic expression of environmental harmony and wildlife conservation. A National Award winner, his works have been exhibited at various venues in India and abroad.


Gopal Chandra Naskar

Gopal Chandra Naskar, an artist from West Bengal, vividly expresses emotions and beauty through his canvases. He holds a Master's degree in Fine Arts from Kolkata. His compositions are imbued with grace, wisdom and spiritual tenderness, almost weaving together a visual hymn of artistic expression. A National Award winner, his artworks have been exhibited in India and internationally.

The exhibition will remain open to the public until 08 November.

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