The artwork depicts a vintage television set resting on a draped fabric, accompanied by several chicks. The muted color palette, with shades of beige and brown, creates a nostalgic and timeless atmosphere. The composition is simple yet visually intriguing, with the television as the central focus and the chicks adding a touch of unexpected whimsy. The use of an old-fashioned television set and the presence of the baby chicks suggest a commentary on the transition from traditional to modern modes of entertainment and communication. The artist's intention may be to explore the relationship between technology, nature, and the passage of time. ...
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. ...
