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Rajasthan Terracotta Artist Chandrashekhar Sen Wins National Academy Award for ‘My Entire World‑I’
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 28 Sep 2026, 06:31 PM
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Terracotta sculptor Chandrashekhar Sen of Rajasthan has been selected for the 65th National Art Exhibition 2026, receiving the National Academy Award for his work ‘My Entire World‑I’.
Renowned terracotta artist Chandrashekhar Sen from Rajasthan has been named a recipient of the National Academy Award at the 65th National Art Exhibition slated for 2026. The accolade recognises his sculptural piece titled “My Entire World‑I”, which showcases intricate clay work and contemporary thematic expression.
The National Academy of Arts, which organises the annual exhibition, selects awardees based on artistic merit, innovation and cultural relevance. Sen’s work stood out among submissions from across the country for its technical finesse and evocative narrative.
The award will be presented during the exhibition’s opening ceremony, bringing national attention to Rajasthan’s thriving terracotta tradition and highlighting the artist’s contribution to modern Indian craft.
Industry observers note that such recognition often opens avenues for wider exhibitions, commissions and collaborations, further cementing the artist’s standing in the Indian art community.
Sen’s achievement underscores the growing appreciation for regional crafts on a national platform, encouraging emerging artisans to pursue excellence in traditional mediums.
The National Academy of Arts, which organises the annual exhibition, selects awardees based on artistic merit, innovation and cultural relevance. Sen’s work stood out among submissions from across the country for its technical finesse and evocative narrative.
The award will be presented during the exhibition’s opening ceremony, bringing national attention to Rajasthan’s thriving terracotta tradition and highlighting the artist’s contribution to modern Indian craft.
Industry observers note that such recognition often opens avenues for wider exhibitions, commissions and collaborations, further cementing the artist’s standing in the Indian art community.
Sen’s achievement underscores the growing appreciation for regional crafts on a national platform, encouraging emerging artisans to pursue excellence in traditional mediums.