NATIONALISM IN ARTWORKS: A REPRESENTATION ANALYSIS ON ‘ADAM SUROT’ (THE INNER STRENGTH)

Abstract

In this study, we can see the analysis of artworks of renowned Bengali artist SM Sultan’s
pioneering approach of representing nationalism in his artworks. It made him widespread
around the globe during the post - Second World War period. The thoughts behind signifying
nationalism in artworks were identified by the internationally knows filmmaker Taeque
Masud. According to his documentary film ‘Adam Surot’ (The Inner Strength), the study was
conducted. The qualitative research method was opted by following the narrative analysis
method. After the analysis, we have found many dynamics of nationalism in his unorthodox
approach of paintings, such as materials and thoughts that proved his inner strengths for his
people.