Share:In the realm of Indian artistry, one name shines brightly—a luminary whose canvases transcend time and space, weaving tales of emotions, colors, and transcendental beauty. Akbar Padamsee, a stalwart in the world of modern Indian art, leaves an indelible mark through his distinctive artistic vision and innovative approach. Born in 1928 in Mumbai, Padamsee’s journey […]
Share:Title: “Unveiling Sita Ram: The Enigmatic Artistry Behind British India’s Visual Narratives” In this captivating piece, an anonymous Indian artist, Sita Ram, invites us into a bygone era through a vivid watercolor capturing the essence of historic Lucknow. The painting reveals a glimpse of the majestic Bara Imambara complex, steeped in the architectural marvels of […]
Share:The upcoming Sotheby’s Modern & Contemporary South Asian Art Auction, scheduled for the 24th of October, promises to be an exhilarating journey through the world of art. With an array of remarkable pieces on display, we’ve handpicked the top 10 works that art enthusiasts should keep an eye out for. Let’s dive into this captivating […]
Share:When it comes to art and paintings, India boasts a treasure of talent that has left a mark on the world of visual art. From timeless classics to contemporary masterpieces, Indian painters have created a legacy that continues to inspire art enthusiasts worldwide. Let us introduce you to 10 famous Indian painters that you should […]
Share:The art show of works by Indian masters of modern art in the city is not to be missed ‘Kamdhenu’ by Gogi Saroj Pal on display at the Punjab Kala Bhawan, Sector 16, in Chandigarh.(HT Photo) Describing the wave of abstract art in the US way back in the sixties, American cartoonist Al Capp quipped […]
Share:The Centre for Creative and Cultural Studies, Manipal University, will organise a national seminar and art exhibition funded by Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR) on ‘Indian Art and Art History: Coastal (Karavali) Culture and Art Practices-Ideas, perspectives and challenges’ at Manipal on July 22 and 23. Addressing presspersons recently, K. Unni Krishnan, coordinator of […]
Share: Legendary strokes: Artist Sayed Haider Raza Remembering the master artist, S.H.Raza on his first death anniversary that falls on July 23 Every day after breakfast, Sayed Haider Raza would walk to his studio, close his eyes, mumble something and then begin to paint. “I thought it was a prayer,” says Ashok Vajpeyi, one of […]
Share:Exhibited at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London in 2014, the last works of MF Husain will now be showcased in the US for the first time. M F Husain. Traditional Indian Festivals, 2008–2011. Photo © The Victoria and Albert Museum, London At 95, when he died in exile in London, MF Husain was […]
Share:New York exhibits. A retrospective of the Indian modernist Nasreen Mohamedi (1937 – 1990) will open at The Met Breuer, the new location for The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s expanding modern and contemporary art program opening to the public 18 March 2016. The exhibition is organized by The Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Museo […]
Share:After years of selling Indian art to affluent NRIs, international auction houses are now looking to expand the market to Indians at home. After years of selling Indian art to affluent NRIs, international auction houses are now looking to expand the market to Indians at home. Neelam Raaj spoke to Edward Gibbs, chairman and head […]
