Lot 0121

Title: Before Contemporary Art – Early Landscape (1990) Watercolour on Paper by Tathi Premchand This landscape painting represents an early phase in the artistic journey of Tathi Premchand, created before his well-known contemporary works. The composition depicts a quiet waterside structure reflected in still water, with distant hills fading into the horizon. Soft washes of grey and blue create a calm, atmospheric mood, revealing the artist's sensitivity to light and space. The minimal colour palette emphasizes serenity and contemplation. The delicate reflections add depth and poetic balance to the scene. Even in this early work, one can see Premchand's keen observation of everyday surroundings and nature. The painting captures a moment of silence and timelessness, free from narrative distractions. It stands as an important document of the artist's formative years and creative development before his later contemporary explorations.