Babu with butterfly

Lalu Prasad Shaw, born in 1937 in Bengal, is a renowned artist and printmaker celebrated for his elegant, detailed depictions of Bengali life. Drawing inspiration from Kalighat Pat paintings, Ajanta murals, and the Company School of Art, he developed a unique artistic style marked by bold lines, refined color palettes, and minimalistic backgrounds. Shaw’s work, primarily in tempera and printmaking, portrays the grace and poise of Bengali men and women, capturing their cultural essence with timeless simplicity.

Over the decades, Shaw has exhibited widely across India and internationally, showcasing at prestigious platforms like the Paris Biennale, British Biennale, and the Norwegian Print Biennale. He has received numerous accolades, including the National Award in Graphic Art (1971). His artworks are part of esteemed collections, including the National Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi, and the Birla Academy, Kolkata. A true master of Indian modernism, Shaw continues to inspire generations with his distinctive visual storytelling.