Balraj Khanna Indtast en
stemning ikke
et galleri.
Vælg en stemning, og rummet svarer selv — lyset køles eller varmes, luften skifter tempo, og kun de værker, der bærer den følelse, træder frem fra mørket. Alt andet viger tilbage i skyggen.
Balraj Khanna
Balraj Khanna (1939–2024): A Pioneer of Color Field Painting Balraj Khanna, born October 3rd, 1939 in Jhang, Punjab, India, was a multifaceted artist whose life spanned from witnessing the tumultuous Partition of India to establishing himself as a prominent figure in British art. His formative years were marked by profound experiences that instilled within him an enduring sensitivity to social and political realities—a characteristic t
hat would permeate his artistic vision throughout his career. Khanna’s journey began with formal studies at Chandigarh University, where he honed his skills in English literature before relocating to London in 1962, driven by aspirations for intellectual enrichment. Initially facing considerable prejudice as described by Francis Newton Souza, Khanna quickly found solace and camaraderie amongst fellow artists—including Souza, Avinash C…