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BAUA DEVI (b.1940)

UNTITLED (MADHUBANI PAINTING), a) 2008 b) 2006

Born in the village of Jitwarpur in Bihar, Baua Devi emerged as one of the pioneers of Madhubani painting, helping to bring this ancient folk art to people globally. Her talent was first ..... 

Estimate: Rs 40,000-Rs 60,000 ( $635-$955 )


UNTITLED (MADHUBANI PAINTING)

Signed and dated in Devnagari (lower right) (each)

a) 2008 b) 2006

Acrylic on paper pasted on mount board

21.5 x 29.5 in (each)
54.6 x 74.9 cm (each)


(Set of two)

Madhubani paintings from Bihar, were traditionally drawn on the walls and known as Mithila or Maithil paintings. It was only later that it was drawn on paper or cloth and became popular. Common subjects are to do with nature or their daily lives and traditions.