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How did folk art influence Jamini Roy’s paintings?

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How did folk art influence Jamini Roy’s paintings?
Jamini Roy was an Indian artist whose paintings often reflected his Indian roots. Roy combined imagery from Indian folk art with Western motifs to create his unique modern works. Subjects ranged from paintings of legendary figures to everyday life in rural Bengal. His goal was to make art affordable to everyone. Browse a selection of Jamini Roy paintings on 1stDibs.
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Jamini Roy "Mother and Child" Original Painting
By Jamini Roy
Located in San Francisco, CA
Jamini Roy: 1887-1972. Extremely well listed and important Indian artist. He has auction prices over $573,000 which was just last month. His works are considered National Treasures a...
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Mid-20th Century Figurative Paintings

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Jamini Roy "Mother and Child" Original Painting
By Jamini Roy
Located in San Francisco, CA
Jamini Roy: 1887-1972. Extremely well listed and important Indian artist. He has auction prices over $573,000 which was just last month. His works are c...
Category

Mid-20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Tempera

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