Arpana Caur

Born in New Delhi in 1954, Arpana Caur transitioned into a self-taught artist despite originally holding a postgraduate degree in literature. Her work blends feminist perspectives with mysticism, drawing on Punjabi literature and Pahari miniature traditions, and often depicts contemporary urban women while addressing themes such as violence, spirituality, the environment, and daily life. Her major work includes Sufi Saints series and pieces like Embroiderer, alongside several major public murals on environmental themes in Delhi, Bangalore, and Hamburg. Recipient of major honors such as the AIFACS Award, Lalit Kala Akademi research grant, and the Gold Medal at the sixth Triennale. Her works are housed in major museums including the National Gallery of Modern Art, the Victoria and Albert Museum, the Asian Art Museum, and the Peabody Essex Museum. She lives and works in Delhi, continuing to develop her visual language rooted in form, colour, and symbolism.