RAM KUMAR
(1928 - 2018)

Ram Kumar stood as a notable Indian artist and writer, renowned as one of the country's leading abstract painters. He was a key figure in the Progressive artists' group, sharing the stage with luminaries like M.F. Hussain, Tyeb Mehta, and S.H. Raza.

 

Ram Kumar is recognized as one of the pioneers among Indian artists who transitioned from figurative to abstract art. His artistic creations command substantial prices in both domestic and international art markets. Notably, "The Vagabond," one of his works, achieved a remarkable $1.1 million at Christie's, marking yet another world record for this accomplished artist. In addition to his artistic pursuits, Ram Kumar was a rare talent, excelling both in writing and painting within the realm of Indian Modernist masters.