In 1956, Das Gupta won the National Award for his sculpture Goddess. He also received the President's award for his outstanding contribution to the world of art. Broken Idol (bronze) sold for $69,372 ...

great religious works are also great works of art," she explained. "This monumental bronze of the reclining Vishnu, which resided in the middle of the temple known as the Mebon Temple in Angkor ...