Meet the hidden gems of the Parsi art community who drew inspiration from the great Raja Ravi Varma and left an indelible mark on India's artistic landscape! 🎨
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Rustom Siodia (1881-1946): Pioneering Muralist and Portrait Painter
First Parsi to study at the prestigious Royal Academy of Arts in London under John Singer Sargent
Sought-after portraitist with commissions for murals at Imperial Secretariat & Royal Opera House
Vibrant murals showcased diverse themes like Cinderella, Bluebeard, & Persian influences
Pestonji Bomanji (1851-1938): Pioneering Parsi Portrait Painter
One of the first portrait painters from Bombay Art School, transitioned from sculpting under Valentine Prinsep's guidance
Known for realistic, "warty" portraits reminiscent of Dutch realists #Indianart #arthistory
Works offer ethnographic study of Parsi customs & progressive portrayal of women
Manchershaw Pithawalla (1872-1937): A Portraitist's Journey
Exceptional talent nurtured at Sir JJ School of Art, won consecutive prizes at Bombay Art Society
Dream fulfilled with visit to Italy & exhibition at prestigious Doré Gallery in London in 1911
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Hailed by British press as first Indian artist to exhibit in London
These talented artists not only mastered Varma's naturalistic techniques but also captured the essence of their subjects, leaving a lasting legacy in India's art history.
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