Hello, this item is an original oil on canvas painting by Francis Newton Souza (1924–2002), dated 1946, measuring approximately 33 x 40.5 inches. The painting features Souza’s characteristic early style: architectural structures with angular forms and stylized human figures with elongated features and expressive outlines. The signature “Souza 46” is visible in the upper left, and the work aligns with his formative period before becoming internationally recognized as part of the Bombay Progressive Artists’ Group.

Given the confirmed date, medium, and signature, this painting would be considered an early and historically valuable work within Souza’s oeuvre. His early works from the 1940s and early 1950s are highly sought after by collectors and institutions, with auction results often ranging between $80,000–250,000 USD.