The Masters & The Modern: South Indian Art Exhibition

A glimpse into our 'The Masters & The Modern: South Edition' exhibition, a showcase that brings together legendary maestros and today's most compelling contemporary artists. This landmark exhibition features over 50 artworks, celebrating the artistic lineage of South India.

Anand Bekwad's work on the Mahakumbh is a personal favorite from our South Edition showcase. An artist from Belgaum, he has a fantastic eye for detail, capturing aerial views of the Kumbh sites with intricate lines and a brilliant use of color. These acrylic on canvas paintings are a visual translation of his deep connection to spirituality.

This 1961 dry pastel on paper is by K. Srinivasulu, a renowned artist from the Madras Art Movement. Influenced by the Bengal school, this work shows a dancer in a seated movement, braiding her hair. The distinct lines and bold strokes make this a rare and intensely beautiful piece.

A striking oil painting by M.F. Husain, featured in our 'The Masters & The Modern' exhibition. The piece captures a woman in a pink turban holding a rooster, rendered with the artist's signature expressive and bold brushwork.

In this video, we explore 'Gajendra Moksha' by M. Reddeppa Naidu. The painting masterfully captures the moment Lord Vishnu descends to rescue the elephant Gajendra. It is a visual hymn to courage, grace, and the eternal connection between the mortal and the divine, now on display at our South Edition exhibition.

This chapter of 'The Masters & The Modern' turns its gaze toward Tamil Nadu, home to a rich lineage of artists. This showcase captures the depth and diversity of the region’s visual language, from striking contemporary expressions to works rooted in tradition.

Here, I discuss a powerful abstract work by G.S. Shenoy, one of Karnataka's most well-known artists. Hailing from Udupi, he had a very personalized association with nature. This mixed media piece is from a curious phase where he experimented with new mediums, resulting in bold, beautiful, and much-loved works.

If South India were to boast of its own impressionist artist, it would be Surya Prakash. This piece, 'Pool of Life,' is a mesmerizing ode to nature, capturing the fleeting beauty of light and movement. The play of color and texture invites the viewer into a moment of serenity.

This untitled abstract masterpiece by Achuthan Kudallur unfolds as a symphony of emotion. Shapes and patterns emerge from a layered surface, creating a dialogue between chaos and harmony. Kudallur crafts a window into a realm where forms dissolve and creativity flows.