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This captivating collection of vintage illustrations showcases a vibrant array of colors, shapes, and intricate compositions. The artworks depict an eclectic mix of symbols, objects, and abstract elements, creating a visually engaging and thought-provoking experience. The overall style reflects a distinctive mid-century modern aesthetic, characterized by the use of bold lines, minimal forms, and a playful, whimsical sensibility. These works likely served as educational or instructional materials, serving to inform and inspire the viewer through their unique visual language. The historical context and the artist's underlying intentions behind this dynamic assemblage invite further contemplation and appreciation of this captivating contemporary art. ...
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. ...