The Pattachitra may be considered as one of the glorious treasures of the folk art of Bengal. Those pictorial depictions contain the cultures, beliefs, prejudices and folklores of rural life; simultaneously, one has to admit that they feature one of the most significant aspects of modern art. We feel fascinated to make out the similarities between the Pattachitras of Kalighat and the works of the foreign painters like Fernand Leger.  But unfortunately, the stream of this prominent folk art form is gradually waning along with the passage of time. The topic of discussion concerning Pattachitra is painted scroll. This book by Sushobhan Adhikary contains a detailed account of the evolution of Pattachitra since its early history to its present day transformation.

Pages: 48 | Dimension: 7 x 5 inch