This collection of press clippings from the 1960s through the 1980s documents the recognition M.K. Bardhan received during his artistic career. Though the archival images have aged over time, they remain an important record of how his work was viewed, discussed, and celebrated in his era. These articles offer a glimpse into the artistic landscape of the period and the impact his paintings made on critics and audiences alike.

Historical press clippings preserved as part of M K Bardhan’s artistic legacy

Photograph of a newspaper article about a painting exhibition, featuring a black and white image of a portrait of a woman with long hair and a darker background.
Black and white newspaper clipping from Amrita Bazar Patrika, dated Thursday February 27, 1964, featuring an article about painter Mrinal Bardhan. Includes a blurry photograph of Bardhan, the title 'Expressionist paintings,' and sections of text discussing his work and artistic philosophy.
Black and white newspaper clipping from The Hindustan Times, dated October 30, 1997, discussing primary colors in art, featuring a small portrait photograph of an artist, MK Bardhan.
Historical newspaper article titled 'Bardhan Wields A Melancholy Brush,' discussing M. K. Bardhan's artwork, featuring a sketch of an artist's easel with a canvas.
A newspaper page featuring articles and images about paintings. The images include an abstract painting titled 'Blue Lake' by Shanti Dave, a painting labeled 'Nude' by Bardhan, and a reflection photo titled 'Reflection in Blue' also by Shanti Dave. The articles discuss art exhibitions and critique the paintings.