On Saturday, the 19th Memorial Day of the late Prof. Sukhvir Sanghal, the distinguished Indian painter who brought national recognition to the Wash technique in Indian art, was observed with reverence at his art museum located in Kesarbagh. Eminent personalities from the art fraternity, scholars, students, and researchers gathered to pay heartfelt tribute while recalling his artistic journey and invaluable contributions.
On this occasion, a short documentary titled The Dusk of Romance, based on his life, philosophy, and artistic practice, was screened. The audience watched the film with deep emotion and admiration. Following the screening, guests were invited to view a curated selection of his works, which included not only his renowned wash paintings, but also his experiments in diverse mediums.
The event was graced by the presence of several distinguished personalities including senior artist Shri Jai Krishna Agrawal, Chairman of the State Lalit Kala Akademi Dr. Sunil Vishwakarma, historian Dr. Ravi Bhatt, editor of Kala Deergha magazine Dr. Awadhesh Mishra, and artist Shri Bhupendra Kumar Asthana, along with many art scholars and admirers.
Shri Jai Krishna Agarwal viewing the paintings at display
Shri Jai Krishna Agarwal paying homage to Prof. Sukhvir Sanghal
Senior artist Shri. Awadhesh Mishra paying homage to Prof. Sukhvir Sanghal
Dr. Ravi Bhatt viewing the paintings at display
Senior artists pay homage to wash painting pioneer.
Shri. Jai Krishna Agarwal, Dr. Ravi Bhatt
Documentary titled 'The Dusk of Romance' played during 19th Memorial day