SANJEEV SINHA
1963 - 2020
Sanjeev Sinha was born in 1963 in Barh, in the Indian state of Bihar, and graduated from the College of Arts & Crafts Patna. He moved from Patna to Lucknow, and in the 90’s, he chose Delhi to be his permanent residence. Sanjeev Sinha played a prominent role in the young Bihari art generation, which emerged in the 80’s and since then he has exhibited his works in Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai, Patna, Lucknow, Bangladesh, and Turkey. In 1991, he was the first artist of his generation to have won the National Academy Award.
Sinha’s work is strongly rooted in Indian culture. He formed his own visual language incorporating Hindu and Buddhist mythologies with his personal reflections on society.
In his (almost) restless search for the legitimacy of art and what he could contribute, he explored different stylistic approaches. Besides paintings and drawings his works encompass sculptures and works in public space.
GENTLE BITE
Gentle Bite is a collection of vibrant acrylic paintings that explore nature, childhood, and the subconscious. The artwork, featuring bold colors and expressive brushstrokes, suggests a paradoxical blend of softness and sharpness.
Acrylic on Canvas
2013
ASSERTIVE GREY
Assertive Grey is a collection of intense paintings that explore power, sexuality, and the subconscious. The artwork, dominated by grey with splashes of color, suggests strength and determination, but also a darker side.
Acrylic on Paper
2014
LIFE WITHOUT SECRETS
Life Without Secrets is a collection of paintings that explore vulnerability, introspection, and the human condition. The artwork suggests a desire for honesty, but also hints at hidden depths.
Acrylic on Canvas
2015
WHERE ARROWS GROW
Where Arrows Grow is a collection of paintings that explore spirituality, self-discovery & interconnectedness. The artwork suggests growth, direction, and a belief in the power of the human spirit.
Acrylic on Canvas
2015
PATHLESS LAND
This collection of sculptures showcases a whimsical and imaginative blend of materials and forms. The pieces feature a playful combination of organic and geometric shapes, often incorporating vibrant colors and intricate details.
Sculptures
2019 - 2020
UPCOMING EXHIBITION
20 - 26 Nov 2024
Buoyant Iconic Depth
We are thrilled to announce the upcoming exhibition of Sanjeev Sinha comprising a selection of works from the period 2013-2020. During this period Sinha prepared a body of works consisting of paintings and sculptures that have an intrinsic relationship to each other. In both of his works, you can recognize his emotionally loaded reflections on society, beauty and peace.
Some of the sculptures were shown in Amsterdam, Netherlands and a large amount of the paintings have never been shown before. We are pleased to be able to fulfil his wish to show them side by side now.
India Habitat Centre, Visual Arts Gallery, Lodhi Road New Delhi 110003
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