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The painting "Mother and Child" depicts a mother and child engaged in a playful activity.
The painting "Mother and Child" depicts a mother and child engaged in a playful activity.
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What is the primary medium used in "Mother and Child" by Jamini Roy?
What is the primary medium used in "Mother and Child" by Jamini Roy?
What stylistic influence is evident in the mother's face and eyes in the painting?
What stylistic influence is evident in the mother's face and eyes in the painting?
Pala School of Eastern India
The decorative motifs in the painting "Mother and Child" are inspired by the ______ tradition of Bengal.
The decorative motifs in the painting "Mother and Child" are inspired by the ______ tradition of Bengal.
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Match the following artistic elements of "Mother and Child" to their corresponding characteristics:
Match the following artistic elements of "Mother and Child" to their corresponding characteristics:
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What is the significance of the small bun on the child's head in the painting?
What is the significance of the small bun on the child's head in the painting?
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Jamini Roy's artistic style was heavily influenced by European art movements.
Jamini Roy's artistic style was heavily influenced by European art movements.
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How did Jamini Roy's artwork contribute to the Indian art scene?
How did Jamini Roy's artwork contribute to the Indian art scene?
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The painting "Mother and Child" is housed in the ______ of New Delhi.
The painting "Mother and Child" is housed in the ______ of New Delhi.
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Which of these is NOT a dominant color used in "Mother and Child"?
Which of these is NOT a dominant color used in "Mother and Child"?
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Study Notes
Painting Details
- Title: Mother and Child
- Artist: Jamini Roy
- Period: 1940
- Medium: Gouache on paper
- Collection: National Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi
- Subject Matter: Depicts a mother holding her child.
Artistic Description
- Composition: Vertical painting, mother and child positioned in a single frontal plane.
- Figures: Stylized figures, mother's face is cup-shaped with elongated eyes, reminiscent of the Pala School. Mother wears a sari, child is naked. Both are decorated with ornaments. Child's head has a bun, reminiscent of baby Krishna.
- Lines and Colors: Bold, sharp, and thick lines. Flat colours on flat planes. Limited colour palette, earthy colours (green, red, yellow ochre, gray, vermillion, blue & lampblack).
- Motifs: Inspired by the folk motifs and rural life; also shows influence of Kantha of Bengal and Kalighat Pat paintings.
- Mother's portrayal: Focuses on the mother's role as nurturer and caregiver, unmindful of the other aspects of life. This represents rural simplicity and contentment.
Style and Influence
- Artistic Style: Modern artist, deeply inspired by Bengal folk traditions. Father of Folk renaissance of India
- Impact: Style influenced succeeding painters.
- Techniques: Bold black lines, flat colour application, minimalistic ornamentation.
- Pala School influence: Stylized features like cup-shaped faces and elongated eyes are similar.
- Kalighat and Kantha influence: Motifs found in the background and decorative elements are inspired by Indian traditions.
Themes and Values
- Themes: Mother's unconditional love, responsibility, and care for children, rural simplicity, and contentment.
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Description
Explore the iconic painting 'Mother and Child' by Jamini Roy from 1940. This quiz delves into the artistic elements, style, and cultural motifs that characterize this masterpiece, including its bold colors and folk inspirations. Test your knowledge on the details and significance of this renowned artwork housed in the National Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi.
