N. S. Bendre (1910–1992)

This exceptional painting by N. S. Bendre is a rare commissioned work that showcases the artist's distinctive pointillist-inspired technique and remarkable command of colour and texture. Depicting a majestic peacock—the national bird of India—the composition is brought to life through intricate dot work, layered surfaces, and a vibrant palette that demonstrates Bendre's meticulous craftsmanship. Unlike the rural village scenes and female figures for which he is best known, this painting stands out as an uncommon and highly significant example of his artistic versatility.

Born in 1910, Narayan Shridhar (N. S.) Bendre was one of India's foremost modern painters and a founding member of the influential Baroda Group of Artists. A graduate and later an important figure associated with the Faculty of Fine Arts in Baroda (now Vadodara), Bendre played a pivotal role in shaping modern Indian art through both his own practice and his mentorship of younger generations of artists. This rare commissioned work has been authenticated by renowned artist and art historian Ratan Parimoo, further reinforcing its importance within Bendre's celebrated body of work and the wider history of Indian modern art.

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