Mr. Ram Kumar
Mr. Ram Kumar

Ram Kumar (1924–2018), one of India’s foremost modern painters, has left behind an indelible legacy of abstract landscapes that combine his deep introspection with a rich understanding of the natural world. His art transcends mere representation; it is a meditative exploration of the relationships between humanity, nature, and the cosmos. Throughout his career, Ram Kumar used abstraction not only to depict the land and its elements but also to express the emotional states and existential questions that lie beneath the surface of nature.

 

His paintings often feature barren landscapes—vast and empty terrains—imbued with a sense of solitude and quiet reflection. Ram Kumar's ability to convey the raw beauty of nature while simultaneously evoking psychological depth is a hallmark of his style. These works explore themes of impermanence, introspection, and the cyclical nature of life, offering viewers a chance to connect with a deeply emotional experience rooted in the natural world.

 

This private viewing room showcases some of Ram Kumar’s most notable works, meticulously translated into hand-embroidered pieces. Through the craftsmanship of Milaaya Art, these landscapes come to life with intricate threads, textures, and dimensional elements that add another layer of depth and tactile connection to Ram Kumar’s evocative vision.

  • Goa Landscape, 1976 by Ram Kumar

    Goa Landscape- 20 x 44.2 in, 1976 (Embroidered)

    Goa Landscape, 1976 by Ram Kumar

    • Dimensions: 20 x 44.2 in
    • Medium: Hand Embroidery on Cotton poplin fabric
    • "Goa Landscape" is an ode to the untouched beauty of the beaches of Goa, depicting only the sand, the sea, and a solitary boat. The absence of human presence adds a serene purity to the scene, creating a moment frozen in time
    • Embroidery Details:
      Milaaya Art Gallery has translated this abstract seascape using a combination of bullion, cotton, and silk threads. The use of thread and bullion techniques replicates the delicate brush strokes, blurring the lines between the original painting and the embroidered interpretation, bringing a subtle movement and texture to the stillness of the scene.
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  • Untitled, 2015 by Ram Kumar
    Untitled- 36 x 36 in, 2015 (Embroidered)

    Untitled, 2015 by Ram Kumar

    • Dimensions: 36 x 36 in
    • Medium: Hand Embroidery on Cotton poplin fabric

    • Ram Kumar has captured the real beauty of nature in this simple landscape comprising of sunset skies, mountains, trees and a river in his abstract style. Living in our concrete jungle, we often forget the beauty and simplicity of nature in its purest form. This artwork reminds us to just pause and soak it all in.

    • Embroidery Details:

      The various thread stitches used to replicate the brush strokes give not only a depth but also movement to the artwork. Cotton and silk threads as well as bullion are used in a way that from far the different stitches blend into each other beautifully but up close each area has its own detailing. The trees and the mountain areas are made prominent by raising them a little against the flat stitches of the water and the sky.

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  • Untitled, 2015 by Ram Kumar
    Untitled- 36 x 36 in, 2015 (Embroidered)

    Untitled, 2015 by Ram Kumar

    • Dimensions: 36 x 36 in
    • Medium: Hand Embroidery on Cotton poplin fabric

    • Ram Kumar has captured the rawness of nature in this artwork with the abstract brush strokes reminding us that the beauty of nature cannot be defined in words or definite lines. The landscape may serve as a metaphor for human emotions, existential dilemmas, and the ever-changing dynamics of life. 

    • Embroidery Details:

      Yarns of 2-3 colours are twisted together to achieve the realistic shading as in the original painting. A combination of cotton and silk threads and bullion is used to create textures and depth bringing the artwork to life. Variations of satin stitch, spring stitch, knots and chain stitch are used in a way to match the brush strokes.

       

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