Anant Art Gallery from India presents one of its skilled Artists at Art Basel Hong Kong in 2025
Anant Art Gallery from India, is excited to present the works of Aisha Khalid at the Insights Sector of Art Basel Hong Kong 2025.
Gouache on paper, 48 x 35 inches
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Exploring duality within unity with her precise, intricate compositions. Khalid innovates traditional techniques; She uses the Mughal Hashiya floral motifs to represent the earth and clouds for the skies, and her expanses of geometric patterns evoke infinity, creating a spiritually charged space where power dynamics unfold. By juxtaposing arrows, hawks, and weaponry against crisp backgrounds, she compels viewers to question these symbols of authority.
One of her notable series mimics single-lined ruled notebooks, addressing colonial-era social stratification and linguistic segregation. The 2025 edition of the Fair is set to go live on 28th March.
Works on Display at Art Basel 2025
Gouache on paper, 31 x 23 inches
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Aisha Khalid’s works balance loss, division, and hope with deliberate contrasts, weaving geometric and floral elements into diptychs and layered narratives.
Her titles reinforce themes of duality, while her patterns invite deep contemplation, reflecting on power, spirituality, and the North-South divide. Through calculated symmetry and dynamic movement, Khalid transforms Wasli into an immersive field of inquiry.
Mamta Singhania, Founder-Director of Anant Art, says of Aisha Khalid’s practice, “Aisha Khalid’s work beautifully blends traditional Islamic patterns with modern themes, creating art that’s both visually stunning and deeply thought-provoking. She uses intricate motifs to explore social and political issues, highlighting the tension between beauty and violence.”
Gouache on paper, 31 x 23 inches
Courtesy of Anant Art.
Aisha Khalid’s works are not devoid of social commentary Singhania says, “By placing these opposing forces side by side, her work challenges perceptions and invites viewers to reflect on the complexities of our world. Through this unique approach, Khalid makes a powerful contribution to contemporary art, positioning herself at the intersection of aesthetics and critical commentary”.
About Aisha Khalid: the Artist on Display
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Aisha Khalid is a contemporary visual artist who graduated from the National College of Arts (NCA) in 1997 with a specialisation in miniature painting and obtained her Post-Graduate Degree in Fine Art from the Rijksakademie, Amsterdam, in 2003 where she attended as a part of the International residency program.
Aisha’s work deals with socio-political issues, which are informed by her personal experiences around gender and cultural polarities between the East and the West. It is expressed in a contemporary language that is rooted in tradition. Her practice incorporates video, textiles, embroidery and paint, and site-specific installations, amongst other media, to bring her ideas into visual reality. Her works have been exhibited in the Victoria & Albert Museum and the Royal Academy, London, the Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art at QAGOMA, Australia, and the Fukuoka Museum, Japan among several other institutions.
About ANANT ART
Established in the early 2000s, Anant Art’s programme has been driven towards platforming contemporary art from the South Asian region and its diaspora, focussing on conceptually robust practices. Located in Delhi, India, the gallery was founded by Mamta Singhania. In 2024, Anant Art proudly marks 21 years of pioneering programming, continuing to engage diverse audiences in meaningful dialogues around contemporary art through a dynamic programme of exhibitions, publications, and events.
Feature Image Courtesy- Anant Art.
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