Sailoz Mookherjea

(1906 - 1960)

Sailoz Mookherjea was an Indian painter. He is one of the early modernists who showed a flair for simplification of forms, vigorous lines and dynamic movement. He is on the 1979 list of Nine Masters of Archeological Survey of India.His work was deeply inspired by people and the environment.

Sailoz Mookherjea’s simplification of form and vibrancy were derived from his years in Europe and inspiration from works of Matisse, but his main influences were folk art and Basohli miniatures. He focused on themes such as oneness with nature and rural serenity.