'M.V. Dhurandhar (1867 – 1944), a bright student and a popular teacher at J.J., inspired many students. He was the most significant painter after Raja Ravi Varma who painted myths and legends from Indian epics as well as historical incidents. His prolific work includes - book illustrations, posters, calendars, oleographs along with paintings and Murals for the Government and royal families. His work here is an example of his skill and mastery over drawing and the medium of water color, evident even while being a II year student, at J.J.'
- Excerpt from S. Bahulkar and D. Ghare, 'Artists of the Bombay School'
