Jamini Roy

11 April 1887 – 24 April 1972

Jamini Roy was an Indian painter who rejected his academic Western training in favor of a bold, flat style inspired by Bengali folk art and Kalighat painting. One of the most significant modernists of India, his simplified figures and earthy palette made his work distinctly national and widely influential.

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Born in Beliatore, Bankura district, Bengal, British India
11 April 1887

Born into a family of modest landowners in rural Bengal.

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Studied at the Government College of Art in Calcutta
c. 1903 – c. 1908

Received academic training in the Western academic tradition.

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Turned toward Bengali folk and Kalighat traditions
c. 1925

Abandoned Western academic painting to develop a style rooted in indigenous folk art.

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Developed his signature flat, folk-inspired style
c. 1930

Created simplified figures with bold sweeping lines and natural earth pigments.

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Gained wide recognition among Indian and Western audiences
c. 1938

His work attracted a broad following, including the European community in India.

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Awarded the Padma Bhushan
1954

Received one of India's highest civilian honors for his artistic achievements.

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Died in Calcutta
24 April 1972

Died at the age of 85 in the city where he had worked for most of his life.

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Named a National Treasure Artist of India
1976

His works were designated as national art treasures by the Government of India.

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