Art by Yogi Desai
A Retrospective of the Art of Yogi Amrit Desai
Coming of age in the era of abstract expressionism, the versatility of Amrit Desai’s creative style was his trademark. Born October 16, 1932, in Gujarat, India, his creative life started early when he made clay figures of animals as his mother washed clothes by the river bank. As a teenager, he sketched scenes of his village life and got his first job as a poster designer for a movie theater.
Immigrating to the U.S. in 1960, Amritji continued his art education at the Philadelphia College of Art. As his talent emerged, he was not confined by any one method or any single influence. Nothing defined him; nothing contained him. His short but prolific professional career spans only four years, 1962-66. Despite winning first place awards, being shown in galleries in New York City and Philadelphia, and enjoying brisk sales, Amritji abruptly abandoned the promise of his artistic pursuits to dedicate his life to the inner journey, the discovery of the true Self through yoga, and sharing his wisdom with countless others over the past half century.
All artwork belongs to the private collection of his son, Malay A. Desai.
All art prices include the cost of shipping.
Art by Yogi Desai
A Retrospective of the Art of Yogi Amrit Desai
Coming of age in the era of abstract expressionism, the versatility of Amrit Desai’s creative style was his trademark. Born October 16, 1932, in Gujarat, India, his creative life started early when he made clay figures of animals as his mother washed clothes by the river bank. As a teenager, he sketched scenes of his village life and got his first job as a poster designer for a movie theater.
Immigrating to the U.S. in 1960, Amritji continued his art education at the Philadelphia College of Art. As his talent emerged, he was not confined by any one method or any single influence. Nothing defined him; nothing contained him. His short but prolific professional career spans only four years, 1962-66. Despite winning first place awards, being shown in galleries in New York City and Philadelphia, and enjoying brisk sales, Amritji abruptly abandoned the promise of his artistic pursuits to dedicate his life to the inner journey, the discovery of the true Self through yoga, and sharing his wisdom with countless others over the past half century.
All artwork belongs to the private collection of his son, Malay A. Desai.
All art prices include the cost of shipping.
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Artwork by Yogi Amrit Desai – Mira
This enchanting young woman twirls in a dance of joy, intoxicated by her love for Lord Krishna. Historically, she was a Rajastani princess circa 1500 ACE, a faithful follower practicing the bhakti tradition of devotion to the divine. In her poetry, Mira professes her unconditional love for her Lord.
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Artwork by Yogi Amrit Desai – Radha Krishna
In his last painting, Yogi Amrit Desai effortlessly dropped his abstract style of the 1960’s and adapted classical Indian tradition for this image of the male and female divine principles, manifested as the deities Lord Krishna and his beloved consort, Radha.
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Artwork by Yogi Amrit Desai – Bapuji (Swami Kripalvanandji)
This reproduction of the painting by Yogi Amrit Desai features his beloved teacher, Bapuji (Swami Kripalvanandji).
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Artwork by Yogi Amrit Desai – Woman Meditating
This reproduction of the painting by Yogi Amrit Desai features a woman meditating with the Shiva lingam in the background. Earthy greens and browns contrast the skin tones of this devotee.
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Artwork by Yogi Amrit Desai – Relationship
Art by Yogi Amrit Desai. Available on 100% rag paper (giclee); or on artist canvas (rolled or on stretcher bar) in a range of sizes.
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Artwork by Yogi Amrit Desai – Dadaji
Art by Yogi Amrit Desai. Available on professional photo paper; or on artist canvas (rolled or on stretcher bar) in a range of sizes.
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Radha Krishna Painting
Photo of Radha Krishna painting by Yogi Amrit Desai. Available on professional semi-gloss photo paper in various sizes. For photo shipping details, please see below.
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Artwork by Yogi Amrit Desai – Herder with Brahman
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Artwork by Yogi Amrit Desai – Love
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Artwork by Yogi Amrit Desai – Christ
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Artwork by Yogi Amrit Desai – Temple Dancer
Her loveliness barely concealed, a temple dancer dons a bright red veil to depict an ancient story in the classical dance style of Natya, dating back to 400 BCE. The golden mosaic layering technique takes the viewer into a rarified otherworldly realm.
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Artwork by Yogi Amrit Desai – The Gift
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Artwork by Yogi Amrit Desai – Love Follows Love
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Artwork by Yogi Amrit Desai – Birdcage
This reproduction painting by Yogi Amrit Desai features a woman with bird in hand, tending to her birdcage. Shades of ocre dominate this scene while greens and golden hues highlight the barefoot woman’s dress.
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Artwork by Yogi Amrit Desai – Cosmos 2
The expanding universe assumes brighter hues and more concrete form with the addition of the mysterious solid mass. Amritji’s distinctive personal style is distinguished by his use of white pigment mixed with watercolor.
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Artwork by Yogi Amrit Desai – Celebration
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Artwork by Yogi Amrit Desai – Cosmos 1
Art by Yogi Amrit Desai
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Artwork by Yogi Amrit Desai – Deer
Without fear, two male deer stand proudly in the wild. Sensing no danger, these creatures study their world for any impending threat. As all animals do, they live instinctively in the present, harboring no resentment of the past or dreams of the future. There is only the present moment.
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