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Lot No. 103 One can see Vaikuntam’s painterly attributes extend
to the large-scale well-crafted sculpture as it displays
his signature use of colour and utilises women
T VAIKUNTAM from rural areas as inspiration. Vaikuntam’s use of
b. 1942 colour is a defining feature of his work. He primarily
employs bold, primary colours such as red, orange,
UNTITLED and green, which he believes are more natural and
Without base: 88 x 58 x 81 in (223.5 x 147.3 x 205.7 cm) authentic than composite shades. His reluctance to
With base: 112 x 58 x 81 in (284.5 x 147.3 x 205.7 cm) blend colours stems from his belief that nature itself
Resinated fibreglass & automotive paint with stainless does not produce mixed hues. This approach results
steel pedestal in striking contrasts within his paintings, enhancing
Signed: Verso
the vividness of his subjects and adding depth to his
` 80,00,000 - 1,20,00,000 | $ 97,561 - 146,341 compositions. The vibrant palette he uses is not just
Provenance: Property from a collection based in New Delhi. a stylistic choice but a reflection of the dynamic and
Artwork was acquired by the present owner directly from lively nature of rural life.
the artist.

Illustrated are multiple views of the presented lot

The artist with the presented lot