Indira Gandhi (Mother of Pearl artistry)
'Indira Gandhi' is a prominent Mother of Pearl artistry by Indian artist Manu Munshi showcasing the portrait of the former Honorable Prime Minister of India Srimati Indira Gandhi. This art piece is regarded as one of the highest representitives ever in the history of world Fine arts in the field of Mother of Pearl artistry.
Year of creation[edit]
In 1984-1985, Munshi created this art piece.
Recognition and quotes[edit]
In 1985, Satyajit Ray himself was amazed with this excellent piece by Manu Munshi.
Ray's message to Munshi
"I have seen the mother-of-pearl portrait of Smt Gandhi done by Shri Manu Munshi. I find it of excellent quality."
- Satyajit Ray
29/09/85
Award nomination[edit]
In 1986, Artist Munshi was nominated for Padma Sree by the then Government of India led by the 6th Honorable Prime Minister Shri Rajiv Gandhi.
