J A Lalkaka (1884-1967) He began his artistic training at the J. J. School of Art in Bombay (Mumbai) in 1903. In 1908, he arrived in London after being sent to Europe by his grandfather Sir Navroji Vakil to complete his artistic education. Lalkaka attended the St John's Wood and Westminster Art Schools, both seen as preparatory institutions to gain admittance to the Royal Academy Schools. He also spent some time in Paris.

In 1913, Lalkaka returned to India and set up his own studio in Bombay. He painted mainly portraits which were popular with the governing elite. Lalkaka's work was supported by Viceroys Irwin and Willingdon in particular.

From a series of 26 historical paintings atc presented to the trustees of the Victoria Memorial by Military Secretary to His Excellency the Governor General of India.