Govind Kanhai

Govind Kanhai (born 7 July 1964) is an Indian artist and painter. He completed his post graduation in philosophy from Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University formerly known as Agra University.

Govind Kanhai
गोविंद कन्हाई
ગોવિંદ
Born(1964-07-18)18 July 1964
Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh, India
NationalityIndian
Known forPainting, philosophy, Writing
Parent(s)Kanhai Chitrakar
RelativesKrishn Kanhai (Brother)
AwardsYash Bharti Award (2015)
UP Ratna Award (2006) Achiever of the Millennium Award (1999)
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Introduction

Kanhai is known for his innovative techniques in oil paints, involving the use of pure gold leaf and sparkling gems. He has painted for more than 30 years and undertakes figure work, Bhava Darshan and embossing. Working with his family, he has revived the significance of tradition of gold paintings.[1][2][3][4]

Career

The Kanhai family has undertaken many commissions for the Parliament of India and Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly. He and his brother have both painted portraits of the first prime minister Jawahar Lal Nehru, former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee and the former Deputy Prime Minister of India Lal Krishna Advani.[5][6] In year 2007, Govind had displayed his painting at Nehru Center, Mumbai valuing about 20 million Indian rupees (approx US$300,000)[7]

Family

Govind is the son of Kanhai Chitrakar who was awarded Padma Shri for his contribution to art, by the President of India in 2000.[8] Padma Shri (also Padmashree) is the fourth highest civilian award in the Republic of India.[9] After his death, Hema Malini who is Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha inaugurated Padhamshree Kanhai Chitrakar Marg in honor of his memories.[10]

Govind's elder brother Krishn Kanhai was also awarded Padma Shri in 2004.[11]

See also

References
  1. "Kanhai Family (Padmashree Awardee) celebrates 25th wedding anniversary with L.K.Advani as chief guest". Indian PR Wire. 2010. Retrieved 18 February 2017.
  2. "Akhilesh presented portrait of his family by Kanhai brothers". Business Standard. Press Trust of India. 18 June 2015. Retrieved 4 September 2019.
  3. "Pure gold and crystal studded paintings". DNA. 2007. Retrieved 18 February 2017.
  4. "Akhilesh may unveil Mayawati's portrait". Times of India. 2016. Retrieved 18 February 2017.
  5. "Akhilesh Yadav, Mayawati likely to meet soon". The Asian Age. 2016. Retrieved 19 February 2017.
  6. "The Kanhai Gharana has revived the lost art of golden Krishna paintings in the past few decades, says Anita Iyer". My chronicles. 2007. Retrieved 19 February 2017.
  7. "2 Crore painting". India Times. 2007. Retrieved 8 March 2017.
  8. "Artist Kanhai Chitrakar passes away, LK Advani pays tribute". News 18.com. 2013. Retrieved 19 February 2017.
  9. "Padma award's schema" (PDF). Ministry of Home Affairs. Retrieved 13 August 2014.
  10. उजाला, अमर (9 January 2015). "रमणरेती अव पद्मश्री कन्हाई चित्रकार मार्ग" [Ramadreti now Padamshree Kanhai Chitrkar Marg] (in Hindi). Retrieved 4 March 2017.
  11. "Padma Awards Directory (1954–2014)" (PDF). Ministry of Home Affairs (India). 21 May 2014. pp. 117–166. Archived from the original (PDF) on 15 November 2016. Retrieved 22 March 2016.
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