Benode Behari Mukherjee redefined Indian art by blending traditional motifs with modernist sensibilities, creating a body of work that bridges past and present. Despite significant visual impairments from an early age, he developed a profound connection with nature, which deeply influenced his artistic expression. His education at Santiniketan under Rabindranath Tagore and Nandalal Bose shaped his distinctive style.
Mukherjee’s practice is renowned for murals, watercolors, and mixed-media works depicting everyday life, spiritual narratives, and the natural world. He combined Eastern and Western artistic influences, including Persian miniatures, Chola bronzes, and Cubist elements, to create compositions celebrated for their conceptual depth and technical mastery.
Even after losing his eyesight later in life, Mukherjee continued to innovate, working with tactile media such as sculpture and collage. This resilience and adaptability highlight his commitment to art as a mode of exploration and expression. His work remains a cornerstone in modern Indian art, demonstrating the power of integrating tradition, experimentation, and personal vision. ...
