At Noon

Haren Das was one of the finest printmakers in India. His works often reflect a deep identification with the rural folk of Bengal. This particular print depicts a young herder bathing his cattle. The title, At Noon, suggests that this task is perhaps one that is marked for a specific time in the routine of the day. The artist’s depictions of everyday scenes paint a vivid picture of rural life in the minds of the viewer, almost making one wonder what the rest of the day in the life of this young boy looks like.