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Maharashtra Board · Class 9 · English - Book 'Kumarbharti"
What Reading Works of Art covers in Maharashtra Board Class 9 English - Book 'Kumarbharti": 3 topics, for the 2026-27 session.
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3 Topics · Maharashtra Board Class 9 English - Book 'Kumarbharti" · 2026-27
Topics in Reading Works of Art
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Sayed Haider Raza - Abstract Art Pioneer
- Raza was a renowned Indian abstract artist born in Madhya Pradesh who lived from 1922 to 2016
- His paintings featured simple geometric shapes (circles, triangles, squares, rectangles), striking color combinations, and captivating compositions
- Blue and orange were his signature colors, appearing in almost all his paintings
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Gond Art - Traditional Tribal Heritage
- Gond art is a tribal art form developed by Gond people primarily in Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Odisha
- Gond people have lived in India for thousands of years, with Gondi language similar to Telugu (Dravidian family)
- Originally painted on earthen walls of houses for decoration and creating pleasant atmosphere
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Comparative Analysis and Art Appreciation
- Both art forms represent different approaches to artistic expression - individual vs. community-based
- Raza's abstract art focuses on personal spiritual journey while Gond art preserves collective cultural heritage
- Different color sources: Raza used modern paints vs. Gond artists using natural pigments
Key Concepts
Abstract art does not depict realisticIn Raza's later worksGond Art represents traditional tribal artTraditional Gond artists prepare their own
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