** Ganesh Pyne: Selected Works from Private Collections — for exhibition only
The unfathomable depths of the human mind can be explored through an artist's brush. Legendary artist Ganesh Pyne stands as a true testament to this statement through his paintings serving as a mirror of his own life and experiences. His life was dominated by fantasy stories that he read as a child, losing his father when he was just nine years old, the horror of Calcutta riots followed by the trauma of the partition of India in 1947 – all of which formed the crux of the paintings that he created later in his life. Against this backdrop of trauma, Ganesh Pyne admittedly found some solace in the arms of his grandmother Nandarani, whose narration of folk and mystical tales to him, eventually swaying his mind towards a realm of imagination that became one of the biggest inspirations for his paintings.
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Organised by the Society of Contemporary Artists to celebrate the 89th birth anniversary of Ganesh Pyne (1937–2013), this special exhibition features a unique selection of works from private collections, providing audiences with a rare opportunity to engage with one of India’s most renowned modern artists. Curated by Jyotirmoy Bhattacharya, the exhibition showcases Pyne's distinctive visual language, which reflects an evocative blend of memory, mythology, dreams, and introspection, captured through his masterful use of tempera and a captivating palette of luminous darkness. In addition to showcasing the artworks, the exhibition pays tribute to Pyne's enduring legacy through a series of accompanying events. These include a musical presentation on the opening day and a discussion titled “Ganesh Pyne Beyond the Frame,” featuring distinguished scholars, artists, and associates who will reflect on the artist's life, work, and influence.