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Gaitonde waited—but for what? Was it the arrival of a colour? A form? A muse? (Part-2)

A contemplative abstract painting by V. S. Gaitonde, featuring subtle hues and intricate forms that evoke a sense of introspection and depth.

Vasudeo S. Gaitonde was a forerunner among Indian modernist painters, noted for his affiliation with non-objective art and his meditative, atmospheric abstractions. His work does not conform to the common understanding of both colour and form and provides a deep sensory experience. As a contemporary artist, Akhilesh reflects on V. S. Gaitonde’s profound engagement with […]

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What Makes Tomie Ohtake’s Abstract Art So Timeless?

Tomie Ohtake seated in her studio, wearing black clothing and glasses, smiling gently. Behind her are vibrant abstract paintings, including a red canvas with subtle tonal variations and a blue canvas featuring a bold red curved form, reflecting her signature style of abstract expressionism.

Introduction Tomie Ohtake (1913-2015) is one of the known Brazilian modernist artists. Best known for her abstract expressionist pieces, Ohtake’s artistic practice spanned painting, sculpture and printmaking, fusing the cultural legacies of both her native Japan and her adopted home in Brazil. Her career lasted for more than sixty years, relieving her of interest in

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