a) Wall Composition b) Marriage c) Kajaooe Tree d) Soldiers e) Tribal Horse (Saura Art)
Signed 'Manas Das' (lower right) (each)
Permanent marker on paper
a) c) d) e) 16.5 x 11.5 in | 41.9 x 29.2 cm
b) 11.5 x 16.5 in | 29.2 x 41.9 cm
(Set of five)
Manas Das is one of the most well-known contemporary proponents of Saura art, a style of mural painting practised by the Saura tribal community in the state of Orrisa. Saura art, like most other forms traditional art, draws upon the local folklore of the people practising it. It has ritualistic significance for the community. Saura art was first studied in depth and became known widely to the world through the studies of the famous anthropologist Verrier Elwin.