The artwork depicts an old, vintage television set resting atop two worn, antique suitcases. The television's muted beige tones and boxy design evoke a nostalgic, retro aesthetic. The composition is centered, with the television occupying the focal point and the suitcases providing a simple, textured backdrop. The overall effect creates a sense of nostalgia and the passage of time, perhaps alluding to the evolution of technology and media. The artist's intention may be to explore themes of memory, obsolescence, and the changing nature of visual communication. ...
Founded in 1987, Vadehra Art Gallery is a pioneer of South Asian art, representing artists across four generations from the Indian Subcontinent and its diaspora, helping to shape it as a celebration of culture, identity and intellect. As a confidante to art history and a champion of contemporary creativity, the gallery nurtures a dynamic and flourishing ecosystem where the artist and their work take centre stage, promoting a legacy of artistic expression that resonates with global audiences.
The gallery is recognized for its early support of modern masters such as M.F. Husain, Ram Kumar, S.H. Raza, and Tyeb Mehta, alongside subsequent generations of post-modernists like Arpita Singh, A. Ramachandran, Nalini Malani, Gulammohammed Sheikh, and Rameshwar Broota. Its expansive contemporary programme emphasizes influential names such as Atul Dodiya, Shilpa Gupta, Anju Dodiya, N.S. Harsha, Gauri Gill and Sunil Gupta, as well as emerging talent like Zaam Arif, Biraaj Dodiya and Ashfika Rahman. ...
