Sneha Gautam Few artists have captured the pulse of Kolkata, its people, chaos, and charm with as much sensitivity and depth as Paritosh Sen. Born in 1918 in Dhaka (now in Bangladesh), Sen’s life and art were deeply intertwined with the evolving cultural fabric of 20th-century India. He was a founding member of the iconic […]Read More
Sneha Gautam Ever so often, the story of an artist emerges not just through biographies or archives, but through the works that continue to surface, captivate, and inspire. On the birth anniversary of Hemendranath “Hemen” Mazumdar (1894–1948), one is reminded of a painter who balanced the intimacy of Bengal’s cultural ethos with a broader, universal […]Read More
Sunny Chandiramani As India marks the birthday of Abanindranath Tagore on August 7, we are reminded of his profound contribution to shaping the country’s cultural identity through art. Widely regarded as the founder of the Bengal School of Art, Tagore was a pioneering force who steered Indian art away from colonial academic realism and toward […]Read More
Sneha Gautam Each year, June 15 marks the birth anniversary of Kattingeri Krishna Hebbar, a quietly powerful yet deeply influential figure in the history of Modern Indian Art. In an era when many artists embraced abstraction to signal modernity, Hebbar remained committed to the human figure—choosing it not out of resistance, but as an intuitive […]Read More
Team L&M A new chapter in the world of art unfolds with ShowKeen, a premier exhibition dedicated to showcasing the finest in Modern & Contemporary Indian Art. Presented by AstaGuru Auction House, ShowKeen brings together an exceptional curation of rare and iconic art, offering an immersive platform where art, legacy, and craftsmanship converge. An untitled […]Read More
Sneha Gautam After India gained independence in 1947, the country’s art scene began to shift dramatically. With a newly sovereign nation came a fresh wave of artistic exploration, as artists sought to express the spirit of independence while also honoring the nation’s rich cultural heritage. The fusion of traditional art forms with modern techniques became […]Read More
Ankita Talreja Sakti Burman, a distinguished contemporary Indian artist, has explored various facets of the art world, gaining acclaim as both a sculptor and lithographer. Born in Kolkata in 1935, February 8 marks his 89th birthday. His artistic journey began with childhood inspiration drawn from the painted backdrops of theatrical productions and exposure to landscape […]Read More
Sneha Gautam Republic Day is a celebration of India’s rich and diverse culture, tradition and heritage along with the vibrant tapestry of arts and crafts to emerge from the subcontinent. Modern Indian art along with the subversive voices of contemporary Indian art have, over time, contributed to the indomitable spirit that the country is known […]Read More
Team L&M In its upcoming Modern Treasures’ Auction, AstaGuru will showcase a captivating tapestry of Modern Indian Art with an exquisite array of rare and exemplary works by iconic Indian modernists. The finely curated catalogue offers an eclectic selection of works by Jamini Roy, MF Husain, SH Raza, KH Ara, FN Souza, Sadanand Bakre, Akbar […]Read More
Sunny Chandiramani A true maestro whose work left an indelible mark on the world of modern Indian art, Ganesh Pyne was an artistic prodigy whose genius lay in his ability to blend the realms of reality and fantasy seamlessly. His hauntingly beautiful paintings often depicted mythical and mystical subjects, exploring the human condition, mortality, and […]Read More
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