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Badri Narayan
Badri Narayan (1929–2013) was a master storyteller through art — a self-taught painter from Secunderabad, Andhra Pradesh, whose works carried the quiet voice of introspection and myth. Deeply rooted in Indian culture, his paintings wove together symbolism, folklore, and everyday imagery, offering viewers a glimpse into a world where dreams and traditions meet. Titles like Queen Khemsa’s Dream of Hamsa and Meeting at Midstream hint at the layered narratives that shaped his practice.
Influenced by the intricate beauty of Indian miniature painting, Narayan favored the intimacy of smaller formats, working mostly with watercolours. His delicate lines and gentle compositions revealed a belief in the two-dimensional nature of painting, while his explorations with etchings, woodcuts, ceramics, and children’s book illustrations spoke to his restless creativity.
From his first solo exhibition at the Hyderabad Art Society in 1954, to more than fifty solo shows across India and appearances at global platforms like the Paris and Tokyo Biennales, Narayan’s journey remained true to his introspective spirit. His legacy endures in artworks that feel both timeless and deeply personal — stories painted with quiet
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