Roy JaminiÍndia, 1887–1972Drawing
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Jamini Roy (1887-1972) was one of the most important artists of the modern period in India, drawing on the popular and folk traditions of rural Bengal for his inspiration. He developed his own personal style which was characterised by bold lines and flat use of colour.
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This sketch is one of a series in the V&A collection which show his experimentation with different subject matter. The drawing depicts the figure of the 'Babu'. The term initially used in modern South Asia as a sign of respect towards men was later deployed to describe an Indian clerk. In the early 20th century 'Babu' was frequently used to refer to bureaucrats and other government officials, especially by the Indian intelligentsia. In this work, Jamini has depicted the 'Babu' as a standing, stocky, moustached male figure in a dhoti; his right arm is raised whilst the other is resting beside him. Two lamp-shades hang from the ceiling and frame the composition. Between the figure's monumental feet, the artist has placed a very small creature.
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