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Bhupen Khakhar’s ‘Champaner’ Fetches Rs 14.4cr at Saffron Art Auction

Saffron Art’s spring live Auction sold the painting by Bhupen Khakhar for Rs 14.4 crore on Wednesday. It was among the most expensive pieces of art the auction house sold on Wednesday. With its platform celebrating India’s rich artistic legacy, Saffron Art has emerged as a lighthouse for Indian art. Every Auction features an enthralling […]

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Third Edition of Art of India Exhibition Introduces Stunning Weaving of Tradition, Transition, and Modernity in New Delhi

The highly anticipated third edition of the Art of India exhibition is set to captivate art enthusiasts in the national capital, commencing on January 28 at the India Habitat Centre (IHC). Under the theme “Tradition, Transition, Modernity,” the eight-day exhibition, curated by esteemed art critic Alka Pande, promises to be a celebration of India’s diverse

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Tribute to India’s Last ‘Master Printmaker’ – Devraj Dakoji’s Retrospective at NGMA Bengaluru

Introduction The National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) in Bengaluru is currently hosting a retrospective exhibition that pays homage to one of India’s legendary master printmakers, Devraj Dakoji, who, at the age of 79, stands as the last of his kind. This remarkable exhibition, on display until October 10, features over 600 works from the

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Most Expensive Indian Artwork Ever Auctioned: Amrita Sher-Gil’s “The Story Teller” Fetches ₹61.8 Crore

Historic Moment in Indian Contemporary Art A remarkable month for Indian contemporary art reached its zenith with a groundbreaking auction on Saturday at The Oberoi, New Delhi. The star of the show was an Amrita Sher-Gil painting titled “The Story Teller,” signed and dated 1937, which fetched an astounding ₹61.8 crore. This remarkable sale etched

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Amrita Sher-Gil’s “The Story Teller” Takes Center Stage at Saffronart Upcoming Auction

Introduction In the world of Indian art, few names shine as brightly as Amrita Sher-Gil’s. The upcoming Saffronart September Sale, set to take place on September 16, 2023, in Delhi, is generating considerable buzz. Among the 78 works to be auctioned, the coveted cover spot belongs to Amrita Sher-Gil’s masterpiece, “The Story Teller,” painted in

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M F Hussain, Raza, Nandlal Bose; The Legacy of Hutheesing Visual Art Centre

Umang Hutheesing starts to talk about the Hutheesing Visual Art Centre and the legacy of art exhibitions. Forty-five years of the visual arts centre is something in itself that is an incredible journey, and Umang has been part of this majorly. Umang has seen art in his family even before exposure to art in India,

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Top-Selling Painters of 2022-2023 in India Redefine the Art Market: Arpita Singh, M.F. Husain, B. Prabha, and More!

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

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Revisiting the Legacy of the Progressive Art Movement and the Modern Indian Art

After Indian independence, a group of artists started to think about ‘modern Indian art’ differently, and they thought loudly and formed a group baptised with the name of Progressive Artists Group Bombay. The group reflected that a ‘newly independent country required a face of a new art movement. Progressive Artists Group Bombay (1947-1956) is now

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