Mumbai-based AstaGuru auction house is conducting its annual ‘Modern Indian Art-No reserve auction‘ on June 27-28th. The 100-lot online auction will feature contemporary artworks by renowned Indian modernists such as SH Raza, MF Husain, FN Souza, VS Gaitonde, Akbar Padamsee, Ram Kumar, Amrita Sher-Gil, Krishen Khanna, Meera Mukherjee and Zarina Hashmi. Along with paintings, the auction will also feature some sculptures.
The bid will start at ₹20,000 for all the artworks.
Commenting on the auction, Tushar Sethi, CEO, AstaGuru said, “We are extremely thrilled with our collection for our annual no reserve online auction, which offers extraordinary works by the masters of Modern Indian Art. As with every AstaGuru auction, our focus for this No Reserve edition has been to present quality works that would be a great acquisition for those looking to expand their collection as well as for new bidders who are looking to purchase significant works and get into art collecting.”
Since 2008, AstaGuru has been striving to create a smooth and transparent live experience for buyers and artists. Their auctions are facilitated by their app, where people can participate in real-time bidding.
Here are the highlights from the auction:
Germination Blue by SH Raza
This work is the leading sale masterpiece. SH Raza created the acrylic on canvas work in 1995. It signifies Raza’s exploration of a single hue—blue. The estimated bid lies between ₹40,00,000 – ₹60,00,000.
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Untitled by MF Husain
This artwork captures the essence of maternal love. Created by MF Husain, this work shows his deep respect for Mother Teresa’s selfless love and service to mankind. The work is estimated at ₹20,00,000 – ₹25,00,000.
Untitled by SH Raza
SH Raza’s double-sided watercolour work depicts a market scene on one side and a river scene on the verso. The painting from his early period in Bombay is estimated at ₹10,00,000 – ₹15,00,000.
Untitled by Akbar Padamsee
Padmasee’s revisits his Head themed works while creating a background in adherence with his blazing colour schema of his metascape series. The artwork is estimated between ₹20,00,000 – ₹25,00,000.
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Tree by Meera Mukherjee
This Terracotta tree by Mukherjee is a rare work of hers since she mostly worked with bronze as a medium. The work is estimated between ₹15,00,000 – ₹20,00,000.
Study of horses by Amrita Sher-Gil
This double-sided work of Amrita Sher-Gill showcasing a study of horses has been executed using a pencil on paper. The work is estimated between ₹6,00,000 – ₹8,00,000.
To view the whole e-catalogue and to participate in the auction, visit the auction house’s website.
