Sawlaram Laxman Haldankar (Indian, 1882-1969) Untitled (Landscape from Panhala Fort,Kolhapur)...
Sawlaram Laxman Haldankar (Indian, 1882-1969)
Untitled (Landscape from Panhala Fort,Kolhapur)
signed 'S.L.H' lower right; further inscribed Panhala Fort/ 22.5 x 17.4 cms/ SH1/ l5184.B, 839 A BW, 920 A indecipherable, 823A stone, Plain 8/ 55 (on the reverse)
watercolour on paper
18 x 23.4cm (7 1/16 x 9 3/16in).
Provenance
Property from a private collection, Sri Lanka.
Acquired by LTP Manjushri from the artist in India;
Acquired from the above;
Thence by decent to the present owner.
Born in Maharashtra, India, in 1882, Haldankar began his art education at the J. J. School of Art in Mumbai, where he studied under notable Indian artists like John Lockwood Kipling and and Cecil Burns.After completing his studies, Haldankar went on to work as a professional artist. Celebrated for their realism and attention to detail, his works often depicted women in traditional Indian attire, and he became famous for his ability to capture the grace, beauty, and inner strength of his subjects.
The present lot is a fine example of his landscapes, specifically that from Panhala Fort, Kolhapur and is beautifully rendered in watercolour with splashes of wash to add depth to the background and the clouds. The fort itself is an important historical site. A hill fortress, it was built during the medieval period and is known for its impressive fortifications, stunning views, and rich history. It played an important role in the history of Maharashtra, as it was the site of several significant battles and events.
To see a similar work sold at auction see Sotheby's, Modern & Contemporary South Asian Art, London, 25th October 2022, lot 57.
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Sawlaram Laxman Haldankar (Indian, 1882-1969)
Untitled (Landscape from Panhala Fort,Kolhapur)
signed 'S.L.H' lower right; further inscribed Panhala Fort/ 22.5 x 17.4 cms/ SH1/ l5184.B, 839 A BW, 920 A indecipherable, 823A stone, Plain 8/ 55 (on the reverse)
watercolour on paper
18 x 23.4cm (7 1/16 x 9 3/16in).
Provenance
Property from a private collection, Sri Lanka.
Acquired by LTP Manjushri from the artist in India;
Acquired from the above;
Thence by decent to the present owner.
Born in Maharashtra, India, in 1882, Haldankar began his art education at the J. J. School of Art in Mumbai, where he studied under notable Indian artists like John Lockwood Kipling and and Cecil Burns.After completing his studies, Haldankar went on to work as a professional artist. Celebrated for their realism and attention to detail, his works often depicted women in traditional Indian attire, and he became famous for his ability to capture the grace, beauty, and inner strength of his subjects.
The present lot is a fine example of his landscapes, specifically that from Panhala Fort, Kolhapur and is beautifully rendered in watercolour with splashes of wash to add depth to the background and the clouds. The fort itself is an important historical site. A hill fortress, it was built during the medieval period and is known for its impressive fortifications, stunning views, and rich history. It played an important role in the history of Maharashtra, as it was the site of several significant battles and events.
To see a similar work sold at auction see Sotheby's, Modern & Contemporary South Asian Art, London, 25th October 2022, lot 57.
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