Share:Introduction:Explore the top 10 artworks auctioned in February 2024, including Old Masters and contemporary treasures. Join us on a journey through these masterpieces. In the world of art auctions, February 2024 was a month marked by the sale of some truly remarkable pieces. From timeless Old Masters to intriguing contemporary works, the auction houses buzzed […]
Share:AstaGuru, known for its celebration of Indian art, is breaking new ground with its upcoming auction, titled “International Iconic.” Departing from the traditional focus on Indian artworks, this auction promises a stunning array of international modernist masterpieces. Scheduled for November 23-24, the event is poised to redefine collectors’ expectations by showcasing revered works from legendary […]
Share:Emily Fisher Landau’s Prolific Art Collection heading to auction with Sotheby’s is poised to make a significant impact on the art market. This collection, which includes pieces from celebrated artists like Picasso, Twombly, Warhol, and more, holds immense historical and artistic value. Here’s how it’s shaping the art world: Historical Significance: Emily Fisher Landau was […]
Share:AstaGuru, a leading Indian auction house specializing in art, antiques, and luxury items, is excited to announce its upcoming Art Exhibition in Chandigarh, scheduled to run from October 20th to 22nd, 2023, at the prestigious Taj Chandigarh. This extraordinary event will showcase an impressive collection of artworks by renowned Modern and Contemporary artists, including M. […]
Share:The Centre Pompidou spotlights the cutting-edge oeuvre of this feminist stalwart with a retrospective ‘Onanism’, 1969. Photo: Vadhera Art Gallery Altogether, it was a very rich atmosphere.” This is how Nalini Malani described her experience at the Vision Exchange Workshop (VIEW), the multidisciplinary initiative run by veteran artist Akbar Padamsee from 1969-72 out of his […]
Share:Bhupen Khakhar’s painting ‘De-Luxe Tailors’ fetches record-breaking £1.1 million at Sotheby’s auction It is a strange fate of many famous artists that they earn far more posthumously than while they’re alive. Bhupen Khakhar, one of the foremost figures of Indian modernism, has set a new sale record. The painting De-Luxe Tailors from his Tradesmen […]
Share:Bidding for brush washer from 11th century Ru imperial kiln began at HK$80 million, and 30 bids were made before it was sold; amid speculation over who the buyer is, inquiry to Chinese collector Liu Yiqian draws a polite non-answer A 900-year-old brush washer from the Northern Song dynasty broke the auction record for Chinese […]
Share: The art world is evolving to cope with the fragmentation of the market. Traditional auction business models are now facing tough competition from exclusively online auctions, with lower running costs When you think of an art auction, what do you picture? A man with a gavel, standing next to a priceless masterpiece while a […]
Share:Spanning more than 70 years of modern and contemporary art in South Asia, the sale features seminal works, led by artist V.S. Gaitonde, among many others. Akbar Padamsee, Untitled (Mirror Image), Lot 424. Estimate: $600,000-800,000 Image Courtesy: Christie’s. At Christie’s Asian Art Week, works by artists, including Vasudeo S. Gaitonde, Tyeb Mehta, Adi Davierwalla, Akbar […]
