SUNIL DAS
Sunil Das, a pivotal figure in Indian post-modernist art, catapulted to fame with his captivating depictions of horses. "I created over 7,000 horse drawings between 1950 and 1960," he recalls. His 1962 sojourn in Spain, where he witnessed bullfights, profoundly influenced his artistic trajectory.
Throughout his illustrious career, Das navigated nine to ten distinct phases of painting, each marked by exceptional skill and unwavering integrity. A versatile and indefatigable artist, he effortlessly transitioned between styles. Notably, Das eschewed photographs and models, instead relying on sketches to initiate his creative process.
"I struggle with colors and shapes until they coalesce into a desired pattern," he explains. "Like a maestro conducting an orchestra, I harmonize disparate elements to create an aesthetic unity." Das's innovative approach extended to his technique, as he often employed unconventional methods, using his palms and fingers to apply paint.
