Hailing from Bengal, Lalu Prasad Shaw drew his inspiration from
nature and the environment surrounding the Bengali middle class.
Working mostly in gouache and tempera, he is widely known for
his stylized human form, especially ladies of Bengal. His Babu Bibi
collection stands witness to it. His technique of synthesising the
different elements of stylistic elements create paintings that are
simple yet sophisticated. His subjects have their expression well
depicted with his characteristic lines and colours as he lays great
emphasis on the physical characteristics.
LALU PRASAD SHAW
Hailing from Bengal, Lalu Prasad Shaw drew his inspiration from nature and the environment surrounding the Bengali middle class. Working mostly in gouache and tempera, he is widely known for his stylized human form, especially ladies of Bengal. His Babu Bibi collection stands witness to it. His technique of synthesising the different elements of stylistic elements create paintings that are simple yet sophisticated. His subjects have their expression well depicted with his characteristic lines and colours as he lays great emphasis on the physical characteristics.