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Wasim Kapoor Art

b. 1951

Wasim Kapoor is a well-known painter in India. He was born on 3rd January 1951 in Lucknow. Kapoor acquired First Class Diploma in Fine Arts from the Indian College of Arts and Draftsmanship, Calcutta, in 1971. Kapoor is an artist possessed by the dark emotions of pain, suppression, suffering and loneliness. All his subjects, whether simple Indian women involved in daily tasks, Jesus Christ or even the ubiquitous Kolkata rickshaws, reflect angst and torment at the hands of a cruel society. Kapoor says, "90 percent of my work is about the suffering of women and their problems." Although he humorously believes it`s because of the underworld-like way he dresses, All his life his attire has always been black. Kapoor wears a black coat, black jacket, black kurta and carries a silver stick. Others think that it`s the controversies he seems to be ever-embroiled in. From his portrayal of the Burkha clad women, to supposedly agreeing to paint a nude portrait of a famous actress, Kapoor has had his fair share of media attention. Kapoor has always been a central figure on the Indian art scene. Kapoor has been exhibiting his works in solo and group shows for more than 30 years now and seems to have achieved more in this time than most artists do in their entire careers. Kapoor has contributed proceeds from some of his sales towards a leprosy center and even taken part in the Picasso centenary exhibition by Calcutta painters in 1981. Kapoor has executed series with themes ranging from Adam and Eve, Victims and Silence, to something he called an Anti-Burkha` theme in his 1980 Captive series. Kapoor says that the poignant and melancholic images he paints are simply expressions of what he feels and sees every day. Kapoor admits to being inspired by the Dutch artist Rembrandt and by the children and life in his city, Kolkata, as well. His Christ crucifixion series earned him quite a name. His Victim series from 1984 depicts the hardships of prostitutes who have been abused and mistreated, emanating from a body of degradation. Kapoor has also painted the goddess Durga, inspired by the annual grand festivities in Kolkata that he never got to be involved in as a child. Kapoor got Shiromoni Award from Asian Paints 1985, the award from Government of West Bengal 1984, awards from Academy of Fine Arts and Birla Academy of Art & Culture. Kapoor has a movie that has been made on him and is the recipient of various awards and accolades. Kapoor’s works are in tech collections of various prestigious museums and private and public collections.

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Artist: Wasim Kapoor
Untitled, Figurative, Sketch on Paper, by Indian Artist Wasim Kapoor "In Stock"

Untitled, Figurative, Sketch on Paper, by Indian Artist Wasim Kapoor "In Stock"

By Wasim Kapoor

Located in Kolkata, West Bengal

Wasim Kapoor - Untitled Sketch on Paper 10 x 10 inches, 2003 (Unframed & Delivered) Style : Wasim Kapoor is an artist possessed by the dark emotions of pain, suppression, suffering ...

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Early 2000s Contemporary Wasim Kapoor Art

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Paper, Charcoal

Untitled, Figurative, Pastel on Paper, Brown by Indian Artist "In Stock"

Untitled, Figurative, Pastel on Paper, Brown by Indian Artist "In Stock"

By Wasim Kapoor

Located in Kolkata, West Bengal

Wasim Kapoor - Untitled - 10 x 8 inches ( unframed size ) Pastel on Paper, 2001 (Unframed & Delivered) Style : Wasim Kapoor is an artist possessed by the dark emotions of pain, supp...

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2010s Contemporary Wasim Kapoor Art

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Paper, Pastel

Untitled, Figurative, Pastel on Paper, by Indian Artist Wasim Kapoor "In Stock"

Untitled, Figurative, Pastel on Paper, by Indian Artist Wasim Kapoor "In Stock"

By Wasim Kapoor

Located in Kolkata, West Bengal

Wasim Kapoor - Untitled - 15 x 14 inches ( unframed size ) Pastel on Paper, 2004 (Unframed & Delivered) Style : Wasim Kapoor is an artist possessed by the dark emotions of pain, sup...

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2010s Contemporary Wasim Kapoor Art

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Paper, Pastel

Nude Woman, Mixed Media on Canvas Board by Indian Artist Wasim Kapoor "In Stock"
Nude Woman, Mixed Media on Canvas Board by Indian Artist Wasim Kapoor "In Stock"

Nude Woman, Mixed Media on Canvas Board by Indian Artist Wasim Kapoor "In Stock"

By Wasim Kapoor

Located in Kolkata, West Bengal

Wasim Kapoor - Untitled - 24 x 24 inches ( unframed size ) Mixed Media on Canvas Board ( unframed & Delivered ) Style : Wasim Kapoor is an artist possessed by the dark emotions of ...

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2010s Contemporary Wasim Kapoor Art

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Radha Krishna, Mythology, Oil on Canvas, Blue, Grey by Indian Artist "In Stock"
Radha Krishna, Mythology, Oil on Canvas, Blue, Grey by Indian Artist "In Stock"

Radha Krishna, Mythology, Oil on Canvas, Blue, Grey by Indian Artist "In Stock"

By Wasim Kapoor

Located in Kolkata, West Bengal

Wasim Kapoor - Untitled - 42 x 42 inches ( unframed size ) Oil on Canvas. This work will be despatched in a roll form or framed as per the need of the buyer An estimate to ship fra...

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2010s Modern Wasim Kapoor Art

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Canvas, Oil

Untitled, Figurative, Mixed Media Paper, by Indian Artist Wasim Kapoor-In Stock

Untitled, Figurative, Mixed Media Paper, by Indian Artist Wasim Kapoor-In Stock

By Wasim Kapoor

Located in Kolkata, West Bengal

Wasim Kapoor - Untitled (Portrait of Kazi Nazrul Islam) Mixed Media on Paper 13.5 x 12.5 inches, 2019 (Unframed & Delivered) Style : Wasim Kapoor is an artist possessed by the dark ...

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2010s Contemporary Wasim Kapoor Art

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Paper, Mixed Media

Untitled, Figurative, Charcoal on Paper, by Indian Artist Wasim Kapoor-In Stock

Untitled, Figurative, Charcoal on Paper, by Indian Artist Wasim Kapoor-In Stock

By Wasim Kapoor

Located in Kolkata, West Bengal

Wasim Kapoor - Untitled Charcoal on Paper 14.5 x 13.5 inches, 2008 (Unframed & Delivered) Style : Wasim Kapoor is an artist possessed by the dark emotions of pain, suppression, suff...

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Early 2000s Contemporary Wasim Kapoor Art

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Paper, Charcoal

Untitled, Figurative, Mixed Media Paper, by Indian Artist Wasim Kapoor-In Stock

Untitled, Figurative, Mixed Media Paper, by Indian Artist Wasim Kapoor-In Stock

By Wasim Kapoor

Located in Kolkata, West Bengal

Wasim Kapoor - Untitled Mixed Media on Paper 9.5 x 9 inches, 1995 (Unframed & Delivered) Style : Wasim Kapoor is an artist possessed by the dark emotions of pain, suppression, suffe...

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1990s Contemporary Wasim Kapoor Art

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Paper, Mixed Media

Duet Woman, Conte on Canvas, by Indian Artist Wasim Kapoor "In Stock"
Duet Woman, Conte on Canvas, by Indian Artist Wasim Kapoor "In Stock"

Duet Woman, Conte on Canvas, by Indian Artist Wasim Kapoor "In Stock"

By Wasim Kapoor

Located in Kolkata, West Bengal

Wasim Kapoor - Duet Woman - 41 x 41 inches Conte on Canvas. This work will be despatched in a roll form. Style : Wasim Kapoor is an artist possessed by the dark emotions of pain, sup...

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2010s Contemporary Wasim Kapoor Art

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Canvas, Oil

Charulata, Conte & Oil on Canvas, Grey Brown white Color , by Master Artist Wasim
Charulata, Conte & Oil on Canvas, Grey Brown white Color , by Master Artist Wasim

Charulata, Conte & Oil on Canvas, Grey Brown white Color , by Master Artist Wasim

By Wasim Kapoor

Located in Kolkata, West Bengal

Wasim Kapoor - Untitled - 30 x 34 inches ( unframed size ) Oil and Conte on Canvas. . The listed price if for the rolled work . Should you wish to receive it framed the shipping shou...

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Early 2000s Contemporary Wasim Kapoor Art

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Conté, Oil

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Find a wide variety of authentic Wasim Kapoor art available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Wasim Kapoor in canvas, fabric, chalk and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the contemporary style. Not every interior allows for large Wasim Kapoor art, so small editions measuring 32 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of F.N. Souza, Juan C. Estrada, and Farhad Hussain. Wasim Kapoor art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $2,059 and tops out at $8,333, while the average work can sell for $4,800.

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