Kalighat Paintings and Art Collection Thumbnail
Kalighat Paintings and Art Collection

Product type

Price

₹
₹

Artform Name

Artform Region

Artist Name

Artwork Canvas

Artwork Colours

Artwork Layout

Artwork Medium

Event Type

Difficulty Level

Artwork Size

Artwork Theme

Product type

Price

₹
₹

Artform Name

Artform Region

Artist Name

Artwork Canvas

Artwork Colours

Artwork Layout

Artwork Medium

Event Type

Difficulty Level

Artwork Size

Artwork Theme

24 products

  • Featured
  • Best selling
  • Alphabetically, A-Z
  • Alphabetically, Z-A
  • Price, low to high
  • Price, high to low
  • Date, old to new
  • Date, new to old
My Cat and I, Kalighat Art by Bapi Chitrakar-Paintings by Master Artists
cartImg ₹4,000.00
cartImg ₹4,000.00
The reader, Kalighat Art
cartImg ₹4,000.00
cartImg ₹4,000.00
Brushstrokes of Imagination: Uttam Chitrakar’s Kalighat
cartImg ₹3,200.00
cartImg ₹3,200.00
The Cat, Kalighat Art
cartImg ₹4,000.00
cartImg ₹4,000.00
Wild Instincts: Uttam Chitrakar's Kalighat Splendour
cartImg ₹6,500.00
cartImg ₹6,500.00
Shop Admiring Kalighat Painting by Uttam Chitrakar
cartImg ₹6,500.00
cartImg ₹6,500.00
Kalighat art painting by Uttam Chitrakar
cartImg ₹6,500.00
cartImg ₹6,500.00
Harmony and Play: The Guardian's Delight in Kalighat
cartImg ₹6,500.00
cartImg ₹6,500.00
Temptations of the Kitchen: A Kalighat Painting of Culinary Delights
cartImg ₹6,500.00
cartImg ₹6,500.00
The Woman and the Cat: Kalighat painting by Uttam Chitrakar for Sale
cartImg ₹9,000.00
cartImg ₹9,000.00
Shop Babu and his Cat: Kalighat by Bhaskar Chitrakar
cartImg ₹18,000.00
cartImg ₹18,000.00
Shop Frida Kahlo in Kalighat by Bhaskar Chitrakar

Frida Kahlo in Kalighat by Bhaskar Chitrakar

Made To Order

Bhaskar Chitrakar blue-tick

cartImg ₹18,000.00
cartImg ₹18,000.00
Shop Cat Musicians in Kalighat by Bhaskar Chitrakar

Cat Musicians in Kalighat by Bhaskar Chitrakar

Made To Order

Bhaskar Chitrakar blue-tick

cartImg ₹18,000.00
cartImg ₹18,000.00
Shop Biwi as Frida Kahlo in Kalighat by Bhaskar Chitrakar
cartImg ₹18,000.00
cartImg ₹18,000.00
Shop Babu and his Fish in Kalighat by Bhaskar Chitrakar
cartImg ₹18,000.00
cartImg ₹18,000.00
Shop A Bengal Cat's Feast in Kalighat by Uttam Chitrakar
cartImg ₹6,000.00
cartImg ₹6,000.00
Shop A Cat with it's food in Kalighat by Uttam Chitrakar
cartImg ₹6,000.00
cartImg ₹6,000.00
Shop A Bengal Cat in Kalighat

A Cat in Kalighat by Uttam Chitrakar

Made To Order

Uttam Chitrakar blue-tick

cartImg ₹6,000.00
cartImg ₹6,000.00
Shop A Bengal Cat in Kalighat by Uttam Chitrakar

A Bengal Cat in Kalighat by Uttam Chitrakar

Made To Order

Uttam Chitrakar blue-tick

cartImg ₹6,000.00
cartImg ₹6,000.00
Shop A Bengal Cat playing Sitar in Kalighat by Uttam Chitrakar
cartImg ₹6,000.00
cartImg ₹6,000.00
Shop Cat in Kalighat by Uttam Chitrakar
cartImg ₹6,000.00
cartImg ₹6,000.00
Shop Cat in Kalighat by Uttam Chitrakar
cartImg ₹6,000.00
cartImg ₹6,000.00
Shop Cat in Kalighat by Uttam Chitrakar
cartImg ₹6,000.00
cartImg ₹6,000.00
Shop Cat in Kalighat by Uttam Chitrakar
cartImg ₹6,000.00
cartImg ₹6,000.00

About Kalighat

Kalighat painting is a traditional art form that flourished in the vicinity of the Kalighat Kali Temple in Kolkata, India, during the 19th century. It is characterized by its bold lines, vibrant colors, minimal background details, and distinctive style. Jamini Roy was one of the artists greatly influenced by this style. Moreover, the themes of the Kalighat painting range from religious stories to social satires. Goddess Kali, Babu & Bibi, and Cat with the Fish are some of the well-known illustrations in this craft.

History and Legend

Kalighat painting began as a form of devotional art inspired by the pilgrimage to the Kalighat Temple. Pilgrims sought souvenirs to reminisce about their visits, leading to the creation of budget-friendly, portable artworks. Over time, these paintings evolved into a distinct style, reflecting the cultural and religious ethos of the region.

Methods and Techniques

Kalighat paintings are known for their simplicity and spontaneity, created using natural pigments on paper or cloth. The artists, known as 'patuas' or 'kalighat painters,' often worked in groups with shared responsibilities of mixing dyes, drawing lines, or filing up the colors. In the search for income, these craftsmen catered to British patrons at one point, incorporating elements of European realism and secular subjects into their craft. The secular subjects like English sahibs riding elephants, wealthy Calcutta babus (liberalists), and fraud sadhus (holy men) succumbing to base desires reflect the social concerns of that period.

Decline and Revival

The art form of Kalighat declined due to the advent of cheaper wood prints and machine-printed alternatives by the early 20th century. However, in recent decades, efforts have been made to revive the Kalighat painting tradition by artists, government, and art connoisseurs. The combined efforts through exhibitions, and workshops have helped in showcasing the unique identity of Kalighat painting and regain its lost legacy. More here on our blog.

 

MEDIA COVERAGE