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The Twenty-first century witnessed a drastic change in selling or buying of paintings online. India is no exception in this regard. In the past few years, selling online paintings has become a new trend to look up in India. Many young artists now believe that it is better to put art online for sale. Today, …
Data from the Indian market shows how phenomenally the market has grown over the past 20 years. While hitherto art was mostly considered a collectable and a luxury item, it has slowly and steadily moved into the category of capital asset, which by its very definition provides benefits over a long period of time. There …
Auction Houses have played an important role in the Indian Art Ecosystem. Since auction sales are the only formal source of data available on sales of Indian artworks, they help provide unparalleled insight into the ecosystem. Analysing these sales helps us identify patterns in consumer behaviour and draw conclusions on where the market is headed. …
The digital art market has been experiencing both highs and lows, with occasional impressive sales amid an overall bear market. Recently, the Canadian company Lighthouse Immersive Inc., renowned for its immersive art exhibitions, filed for bankruptcy in the US. Similarly, Christie’s faced its share of challenges in the digital art space when one of artist …
The art scene in India has always been vibrant and diverse, with a rich history spanning centuries. The art market in India has witnessed remarkable growth in recent years, and several talented painters have emerged as top-selling artists. In the years 2022-2023, these artists captivated the art world with their unique styles, innovative approaches, and …
The London Evening sales concluded on a rather lacklustre note with Phillips’ “20th Century to Now” auction, which generated just over £9 million ($11.4 million) in sales. In comparison, Christie’s and Sotheby’s London auctions, buoyed by the sale of Klimt’s “Lady With a Fan,” amassed a staggering £199 million ($252 million). Phillips’ auction, on the …
Aditya Sisodia According to SBWire, the global art insurance market is set to experience significant growth in the coming years, according to a new research publication by Advance Market Analytics. The report, titled “Art Insurance Market Insights, to 2028,” provides valuable insights into the market trends, drivers, restraints, and opportunities that will shape the industry …
Aditya Sisodia In the realm of Indian art, the limelight often falls on modern and contemporary works, leaving the country’s rich historical arts in the shadows. The cultural heritage of India, spanning centuries, has faced its share of looting and plunder by invaders, colonial powers, and opportunistic individuals seeking profit. It is disheartening to witness …
Smriti Malhotra During Sotheby’s “Grails” sale, the second part of an auction featuring works owned by Three Arrows Capital (3AC), a crypto firm, collectors flocked to bid on digital artworks. The sale raised nearly $11 million, exceeding the high estimate of $4.8 million. The highlight of the auction was Dmitri Cherniak’s artwork titled “Ringers #879 …
Aditya Sisodia AstaGuru’s upcoming ‘Collectors Choice’ Auction will present a selection of over 200 unique creations by India’s eminent modernists, including M.V. Dhurandhar, Jamini Roy, Rabindranath Tagore, M. F. Husain, Akbar Padamsee, K. H. Ara, Sakti Burman, K. K. Hebbar, Bikash Bhattacharjee, Ganesh Pyne, Satish Gujaral, K.G. Subramanyan, Manu Parekh, Biren De, Thota Vaikuntam, Bhupen …
