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Lot No. 50

Suryakant Lokhande
b. 1969

MERRY MISCHIEF : TOM & JERRY’S CHRISTMAS CAPER
60 x 60 in (152.4 x 152.4 cm)
High gloss automobile paint on ACP board
Signed: Bottom Right

` 10,00,000 – 15,00,000 | $ 12,346 - 18,519

“Merry Mischief: Tom & Jerry’s Christmas Caper”
is a vibrant piece by contemporary Indian artist
Suryakant Lokhande, drawing inspiration from
the beloved cartoon characters. Portraying the
timeless antics of Tom and Jerry during the
holiday season, the artwork embodies a playful
narrative where the mischievous duo spreads
both chaos and cheer against a festive backdrop.
Lokhande skillfully captures the essence of
Christmas through his use of colours reminiscent
of the season, infusing the painting with warmth
and joviality. Through this work, viewers are
transported into a world of laughter and whimsy,
where familiar characters bring joy to the canvas.
“Merry Mischief: Tom & Jerry’s Christmas Caper”
stands as a testament to Lokhande’s ability to
recontextualize popular culture into art, inviting
audiences to embrace the magic of the holidays
through the lens of cherished cartoon nostalgia.