A A Almelkar

A.A. Almelkar

Abdulrahim Appabhai Almelkar (1920 – 1982) – One of India’s least known masters. In every period throughout history, when change becomes the buzzword, there are traditionalists who are dismissed as old and irrelevant. Artist AA Almelkar is one such name from the post-Independence era of Indian art.

Known for his distinct ‘Almelkar style’ of painting which was profusely inspired by Indian miniatures, Almelkar was deeply rooted in traditional Indian values and ethos which are distinctly palpable in his work.