Sobha Brahma was a renowned Assamese artist known for his Sattriya manuscript illustrations. He was born in 1923 in the village of Borhat in Assam, India. He studied art at the Government Art College in Guwahati and the Kala Bhavan in Santiniketan. After graduating, he worked as a teacher and a painter. He is best known for his illustrations of Sattriya dance manuscripts. These manuscripts are used to teach the dance form and depict the stories and characters that are performed in the dance. Brahma’s illustrations are characterized by their use of bright colors and bold lines. They are also known for their intricate details and their ability to capture the essence of the dance form. Brahma’s work has been exhibited in India and abroad. He has also received numerous awards for his art, including the Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian award in India. He died in 2006 at the age of 82.
Option a) Portrait paintings is incorrect because Sobha Brahma was not known for his portrait paintings.
Option b) Folk art style paintings is incorrect because Sobha Brahma was not known for his folk art style paintings.
Option c) Abstract expressionist works is incorrect because Sobha Brahma was not known for his abstract expressionist works.
Option d) Sattriya manuscript illustrations is correct because Sobha Brahma was known for his Sattriya manuscript illustrations.