LUCKNOW, Sept. 5 -- In times when a writer seeks a publisher even before completing a book, one written by renowned painter Prof Sukhvir Sanghal ((1914-2006), who revolutionised the wash technique of painting, five decades ago will be launched at the ongoing National Book Fair here on Sunday.

Sanghal, a former principal of Lucknow University's College of Arts, is known to have Indianised the wash technique which originated in China and Japan using "Rasa" (emotions) theory. Wash technique is a painting method that involves applying a semi-transparent layer of colour to create depth and texture, commonly used in watercolour and ink painting.

The lost manuscript is now ready for launch due to the concerted efforts of Sanghal's granddaughte...