Alexandre Hogue is best known for his paintings depicting:

A) Abstract landscapes inspired by European Impressionism

Is Atul Basu's work still under copyright?

Yes, works by this artist are still under copyright.

When and where was Atul Basu born?

1898, Mymensingh District, India

Hogue taught at which institution for a significant portion of his career?

A) The Minneapolis College of Art and Design

Which of the following best describes Hogue's approach to depicting nature?

A) Idealized and romanticized scenes of pristine beauty.

Atul Basu (1898

early life and education

atul basu, a renowned indian painter, was born on february 22, 1898, in mymensingh, then bengal presidency. his childhood in mymensingh town laid the foundation for his future artistic endeavors. basu's primary education began at the national council of education, mymensingh branch, followed by his studies at the jubilee art academy of kolkata.

career and influences

basu's scholarship from the university of calcutta led him to study art at the royal academy in london (1924-1926), where he was influenced by post-impressionist walter sickert. notably, basu refused an invitation to decorate the pavilion at the british empire exhibition, showcasing his commitment to his artistic vision. basu co-founded the indian school of oriental art in 1921 with bhabani charan laha and later became the director of the government college of art & craft. his notable works include sphinx (oil on plywood) and self portrait (1945), showcasing his mastery of oil colors.

notable works and collections

* sphinx (oil on plywood) * self portrait (1945) * portraits from the original collections at the windsor castle and the buckingham palace, commissioned by the indian government

awards and recognition

basu was honored with a d.litt degree from rabindra bharati university, calcutta in 1970. view more of atul basu's artworks on TopImpressionists.com: * atul basu | artworks * the vera bluemner kouba collection at the national gallery of modern art, india explore more indian artists and their works on TopImpressionists.com: * pathik sahoo | artist * pierre-jean david d'angers: émile-jean-horace vernet (1789-1863)

Questions & Answers

What aliases or alternate names does Atul Basu have?

Atul Basu is also known as Atul Bose.

Is there a chronological account of Atul Basu?

A chronological account of Atul Basu's work is available on the artist's Chronicle page, where the artworks pass in order of creation, chapter by chapter.