indian art

Mumbai, April 10 AstaGuru's upcoming exhibition, 'Showkeen', will feature the celebrated "Yashoda and Krishna" painting by Raja Ravi Varma, which recently sold for a record-breaking ₹167.20 crore at an auction.The exhibition, to be held on April 11-12 at the Nehru Centre here, will highlight...

New Delhi, April 10 From early European academic realism to modernist expression and contemporary reinterpretations, a group exhibition at Bikaner House here traces the evolution of the human face, revealing how the understanding of the self has shifted across eras."Portraits in Time: Power...

April 10, Moscow — The Jawaharlal Nehru Cultural Centre (JNCC), under the Embassy of India, Moscow, hosted the private opening of “India: Three Perspectives” at the Ilya Glazunov Gallery.Three Russian artists — Konstantin Poliakov (Gandi), Shanti Kushwaha, and Larisa Prasolova — presented...

New Delhi, April 4 A diplomat's work largely involves conducting bilateral engagements and signing agreements, but Ambassador Jayant Khobragade, India's envoy to Spain, seamlessly combines his profession with his artistic pursuits.The 1995-batch IFS officer is currently hosting an exhibition...

New Delhi, April 3 Auction house Saffronart announced on Friday that it had registered two consecutive "white glove" sales worth Rs 301.45 crore, a significant portion of which was generated through the record-breaking sale of Raja Ravi Varma's "Yashoda and Krishna," which sold for Rs 167.20...

New Delhi, April 2 Renowned Indian painter Raja Ravi Varma's oil painting "Yashoda and Krishna" was sold for a record Rs 167.20 crore (USD 17,978,495) at Saffronart's Spring Live Auction in Mumbai on Wednesday, becoming the highest-value work of modern Indian art ever sold at auction.The...

Paris, March 28 External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar stated on Saturday that he met French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris and conveyed warm greetings from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.In a post on X, EAM Jaishankar said, "It was an honor to meet President Emmanuel Macron of France...

Paris, March 28 External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar visited the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre in Paris and expressed hope that the renovated facility will serve as a hub for the deepening interest in Indian art and culture.In a post on X, EAM Jaishankar said, "Visited the Swami...

New Delhi, March 27 The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) inaugurated a five-day women's art workshop at Triveni Kala Sangam on Friday, bringing together 20 artists to explore themes of identity, empowerment, and social change."Shakti: Celebrating Women in Indian Culture and Society" will...

New Delhi, March 27 Indian Ambassador to Spain, Jayant Khobragade, in his solo exhibition at the Travancore Palace here, has explored themes of nature, mythology, and spirituality."Journey with the Divine Flow", curated by Gargi Seth, was inaugurated by Union Minister for Law and Justice...

Mumbai, March 27 Singer Sona Mohapatra took a moment to appreciate India's artistic heritage during a visit to the Bihar Museum ahead of her concert, calling it a powerful reminder of the country's civilizational depth.Sharing glimpses from her visit on Instagram, the singer reflected on the...

Mumbai, March 23 – Actress Sheena Chohan brought to life the timeless heroines of the legendary painter Raja Ravi Varma through a striking four-image photographic series.The series beautifully reimagines his iconic women for a modern audience.Raja Ravi Varma’s muses have played a significant...

New Delhi, March 17 A rare painting of "Yashoda and Krishna" by Raja Ravi Varma, an 8th-century Kashmiri sculpture of Buddha, and M F Husain's "Untitled (Benares)" will be among the artworks leading Saffronart's Spring Live and Online Auctions.The auction house announced bringing together "a...

New Delhi, March 14 An immersive exhibition of the iconic works of renowned painter Manjit Bawa at the India Art Fair 2026 focused on modern Indian art and intergenerational dialogue."Manjit Bawa: An Enduring Legacy," a dedicated exhibition curated by Ina Puri and presented by the...

New Delhi, March 14 AstaGuru's "Showkeen," an exhibition dedicated to modern and contemporary Indian art, opened here on Saturday, featuring the works of modernist masters such as M F Husain, K H Ara, and F N Souza, along with artworks by contemporary artists, including Paresh Maity, Chittrovanu...

Washington, March 9 – The Consulate General of India in Houston hosted a cultural evening to commemorate the 150th anniversary of "Vande Mataram," the iconic national song composed by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee.The event was organized in collaboration with the Center for Indian Classical Music...

Thane, March 5 A three-day exhibition showcasing the artistic and calligraphic treasures of the Indian Constitution was inaugurated in Thane on Thursday, organizers said.The exhibition, titled ‘Samvidhan Amritavandana’, features the paintings created in 1949 by renowned artist Nandalal Bose...

New Delhi, March 3 Artist Paresh Maity's signature bright reds and blues from the Banaras series are combined with the snowy hues and muted grays of Kashmir and the amber yellows of Prayagraj in a new collection of artworks that revisits the ecology and diversity of landscapes across India...