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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 …
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 …
M F. Husain may be the only Indian artist exiled because of the Artwork. Why Husain was exiled to the Gulf and lived in Qatar and London is a subject of free speech and art expression in the Indian context. We Indians did not allow him to stay in a great, civilised country because he …
We Should Know Why Husain Paint Hindu Goddess only Read More »
M.F. Husain left a remarkable impact on the trajectory of Indian art. His journey as an artist, mentor, and visionary is vividly portrayed through the eyes of Akhilesh a noted painter from Madhya Pradesh whose works are admired internationally. He has prolifically written original books and also translated many books in Hindi. He is one …
M F Husain as Perceived by Akhilesh in his Memoir Read More »
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 …
Amrita Sher-Gil’s “The Story Teller” Takes Center Stage at Saffronart Upcoming Auction Read More »
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, …
M F Hussain, Raza, Nandlal Bose; The Legacy of Hutheesing Visual Art Centre Read 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 …
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 …
Revisiting the Legacy of the Progressive Art Movement and the Modern Indian Art Read More »
Iftikar Ahmed Art enthusiasts and collectors are in for a treat this Tuesday as an exclusive window of 12 hours presents a captivating opportunity to bid on a remarkable selection of 50 lots featuring works by esteemed artists. This extraordinary event, known as the Absolute Tuesdays Auction, will showcase pieces by iconic figures such as …
Manjeera Knowledge can be gained at any age. After having a detailed study on topics there are things unknown to us. So, we at Abirpothi present before you the lesser-known facts about artists around the world. Francis Newton Souza There’s no place for the artist in India. The hungry can’t eat pictures. -Francis Newton Souza …
11 Things You Didn’t Know About Francis Newton Souza Read More »
