Original Oleographs of Priceless Paintings by Renowned Indian Artist C G Ramanujam
C.G. Ramanujam is an artist known for his vibrant oleographs, particularly those depicting Hindu deities and scenes from mythology.
W
hile details about his specific technique are scarce, it likely involved the traditional oleography process. C G Ramanujam’s works, possibly influenced by the Tanjore painting style, helped bring religious art to a wider audience in the form of affordable and colorful oleographs.
Oleography, also known as Chromolithography, a method of multi-color printing. This technique evolved from lithography, a process of printing on flat surfaces using a printing plate. This technique became popular in the 19th century and involved the use of multiple lithographic stones, each for a different color.
The process relied on rejection of water by grease and involved applying the image to stone or metal surfaces, gumming it up with a solution, and transferring the inked image onto paper using a press. This meticulous process ensured accurate registration for multi-colored prints.
While the production of a single oleograph could be a time-consuming endeavor, often taking months to complete, the resulting oleograph allowed for the creation of numerous high-fidelity reproductions.
These days, it’s hard to find original oleographs, but you can still get prints of them. Cottage 9 brings you the opportunity to own authentic oleographs of the brilliant paintings by C.G. Ramanujam. Don’t miss this chance to add a rare and valuable piece to your collection.
