Kaushik Coomar Basu: A Pioneer of Tempera Painting in Contemporary Indian Art Kaushik Coomar Basu emerged as a significant figure within the evolving landscape of Indian painting during the latter half of the twentieth century. Born in Kolkata, India, in 1955, Basu’s artistic journey began under the tutelage of Ajoy Kumar Ghose, a respected master whose influence profoundly shaped his stylistic sensibilities. Early Influences: G…