This book traces the emergence of modernism in art in South Asia by exploring the work of the iconic artist George Keyt. Closely interwoven with his life; Keytrsquo;s art reflects the struggle and triumph of an artist with very little support or infrastructure. He painted as he lived: full of colour; turmoil and intensity. In this compelling account; the author examines the eventful course of Keytrsquo;s journey; bringing to light unknown and startling facts: the personal ferment that Keyt went through because of his tumultuous relationships with women; his close involvement with social events in India and Sri Lanka on the threshold of Independence; and his somewhat angular engagement with artists of the rsquo;43 Group.A collectorrsquo;s delight; including colour plates and black and white photographs; reminiscences and intimate correspondences; this book reveals the portrait of an artist among the most charismatic figures of our time.This book will be of interest to scholars and researchers of art and art history; modern South Asian studies; sociology; cultural studies as well as art aficionados.
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