Power of Art and Dialogue with Emami Art at IAF 2025

India Art Fair brings together galleries like Emami Art to foster dialogue through exhibitions. 

Emami Art invites you to explore and appreciate the multitude of aesthetic experiences with their exhibition ‘Polyphonic Confluences’ at India Art Fair 2025. The exhibition at Booth No: F03 brings together a dynamic array of artistic expressions, each contributing a unique voice to a collective chorus Inspired by Jacques Rancière’s concept of disrupting conventional narratives to foster dialogue and solidarity.

The works on display operate within their unique historical and cultural contexts, challenging conventional norms and reshaping our perceptions of beauty, creativity, power, and knowledge. By presenting a confluence of voices, this exhibition serves as a catalyst for dialogue and change, highlighting the transformative power of art.

The exhibition features the works by Ali Akbar P N, Anjan Modak, Arindam Chatterjee, Arpita Akhanda, Arunima Choudhury, Bholanath Rudra, Lalit Mohan Sen, Prasanta Sahu, Santanu Debnath, Sibaprasad Karchaudhuri, Soma Das, Suman Dey, Tapas Biswas and Ujjal Dey.

The show goes live with India Art Fair on 6 February, as part of the international exhibition and will stay on view until 9 February 2025. 

Polyphonic Confluences: Enabling diversity at India Art Fair

Central to ‘Polyphonic Confluences’ is the belief that art democratizes society by amplifying the voices of those from the margins. Through the creation of new modes of perception and understanding, the artworks challenge existing power dynamics and offer alternative visions of reality, inspiring collective action and solidarity. Thus,. By rejecting any singular, universal definition of art, we celebrate the diversity of artistic practices and interpretations. Each encounter with these artworks is shaped by the unique perspectives and lived experiences of both the artists and the viewers.

Jacques Rancière, in his work ‘The Politics of Aesthetics’, argues that art has the power to disrupt conventional hierarchies and challenge dominant narratives, opening up space for alternative voices and perspectives to be heard. Inspired by Rancière, this exhibition celebrates the plurality of aesthetic experiences, illustrating how diverse forms of art engage with and transform our social and political realities

“Polyphonic Confluences embodies Emami Art’s commitment to nurturing dialogue across generations” according to Richa Agarwal, CEO, Emami Art. she says “Featuring fourteen artists, predominantly from Bengal, the exhibition seamlessly integrates archival vintage works with contemporary pieces, fostering a conversation between tradition and modernity. These diverse works respond to the social and cultural contexts of their time, celebrating both established and emerging voices. Art’s transformative power to inspire reflection and connection remains central to our mission. As we look ahead to the India Art Fair 2025, we continue to support diverse artistic practices and voices, showcasing the enduring impact of art across generations.”

About Emami Art at India Art Fair

Emami Art is a prominent contemporary art gallery and cultural production space located on the ground floor of the Kolkata Centre for Creativity’s Green Building. Established in 2017, it adopts a forward-looking, multi-dimensional approach that reflects South Asia’s history, socio-cultural, and geo-political narratives. Emami Art operates within an inclusive framework where profitability supports sustainable resource regeneration and public service.

Emami Art is also thrilled to announce their participation in the following marquee programs as well at India Art Fair 2025:

1. Young Collectors Programme – EAEFF Outpost
   Date & Time: February 6–9, 5:00 PM onwards
   Venue: Triveni Kala Sangam
   Discover a specially curated lineup of experimental films in collaboration with MUBI and the Emami Art Experimental Film Festival.

2. Panel: The Evolution of the Multifaceted Art Gallery in South Asia
   Date & Time: February 7, 2:30–3:30 PM
   Panelists: Richa Agarwal, Saskia Fernando, Abhay Maskara, Renu Modi
   Moderator: Pujan Gandhi

3. Artists in Residence Panel: Coming Home
   Date & Time: February 9, 2:00–3:15 PM
   Panelists: Umesh S, Imon Phukan, and lictuallee
   Moderated by Ushmita Sahu, this conversation explores themes of belonging, identity, and memory.

4. Performance by Debashish Paul
   Date & Time: February 10 (Special VIP Programme)
   Venue: Jaipur Centre for Art, in collaboration with India Art Fair
   

All the events with Emami Art focus on presenting a dialogue between contemporary and archival artistic practices, reflecting Emami Art’s mission to nurture creativity across generations

Feature Image Credit- Emami Art Gallery