
Jogen Chowdhury Indian, b. 1939
Head of a Monster, 2024
Dry Oil Pastel on Paper
14 x 10 in.
35.6 x 25.4 cm
35.6 x 25.4 cm
Chowdhury’s exploration of human duality unfolds through a boldly drawn, asymmetrical face, revealing his fascination with the untamed forces within us all. The penetrating, uneven eyes—crafted in his signature unbroken‑line...
Chowdhury’s exploration of human duality unfolds through a boldly drawn, asymmetrical face, revealing his fascination with the untamed forces within us all. The penetrating, uneven eyes—crafted in his signature unbroken‑line technique—symbolize the contrast between societal façades and our authentic selves. Jagged, primitive teeth radiate a raw, pure energy pushing through civilized calm. Through deliberate distortion and expressive contours, the work turns psychological complexity into visual poetry, inviting viewers to honor their own inner vitality. A minimal background lets this emotional foreground shine, celebrating the harmony of mind and spirit.