Govind Kanhai
Govind Kanhai (born 7 July 1964) is an Indian artist and painter. He completed his post graduation in philosophy from Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University formerly known as Agra University.
Also recorded as Govind Chitrakar
Govind Kanhai
- Name
- Govind Kanhai
- Born
- 18 July 1964
- Birthplace
- Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh, India
- Known for
- Painting, philosophy, Writing
- Awards
- Yash Bharti Award (2015) UP Ratna Award (2006) Achiever of the Millennium Award (1999)
- Nationality
- India
- Occupation
- indian artist · painter
- Education
- Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University
- Honours
- Yash Bharti Award
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Govind Kanhai (born 7 July 1964) is an Indian artist and painter. He completed his post graduation in philosophy from Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University formerly known as Agra University.
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• Name — Govind Kanhai • Native Name — गोविंद कन्हाई ગોવિંદ • Born — 18 July 1964 • Birthplace — Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh, India • Known for — Painting, philosophy, Writing • Parents — Kanhai Chitrakar • Children — Parth kanhai, chaitanya kanhai, udhav kanhai, Parijat kanhai • Relatives — Krishn Kanhai (Brother) • Awards — Yash Bharti Award (2015) UP Ratna Award (2006) Achiever of the Millennium Award (1999)
Introduction
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.
Career
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. In year 2007, Govind had displayed his painting at Nehru Center, Mumbai valuing about 20 million Indian rupees (approx US$300,000)
Family
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. Padma Shri (also Padmashree) is the fourth highest civilian award in the Republic of India. After his death, Hema Malini who is Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha inaugurated Padhamshree Kanhai Chitrakar Marg in honor of his memories. Govind's elder brother Krishn Kanhai was also awarded Padma Shri in 2004.
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- 1.Indian PR Wire. Kanhai Family (Padmashree Awardee) celebrates 25th wedding anniversary with L.K.Advani as chief guest. 2010.
- 2.Akhilesh presented portrait of his family by Kanhai brothers. Business Standard. Press Trust of India. 18 June 2015.
- 3.DNA. Pure gold and crystal studded paintings. 2007.
- 4.Times of India. Akhilesh may unveil Mayawati's portrait. 2016.
- 5.The Asian Age. Akhilesh Yadav, Mayawati likely to meet soon. 2016.
- 6.My chronicles. The Kanhai Gharana has revived the lost art of golden Krishna paintings in the past few decades, says Anita Iyer. 2007.
- 7.India Times. 2 Crore painting. 2007.
- 8.News 18.com. Artist Kanhai Chitrakar passes away, LK Advani pays tribute. 2013.
- 9.Ministry of Home Affairs. Padma award's schema.
- 10.उजाला, अमर. रमणरेती अव पद्मश्री कन्हाई चित्रकार मार्ग. 9 January 2015.
- 11.Ministry of Home Affairs (India). Padma Awards Directory (1954–2014). 117–166. 21 May 2014.
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