Giftex’s upcoming public sale, titled ‘Modern and Contemporary Art Auction‘, will showcase a novel amalgamation of Trendy and Updated Indian Paintings from the works of the nation’s most famed artists. Each work shows the numerous and ever-changing ingenious panorama throughout the nation over the earlier a very long time.
The general public sale that takes place on 27-28 Nov, 2025 will attribute fashionable masters resembling William Daniell RA, Jamini Roy, M. V. Dhurandhar, Nandalal Bose, Okay Laxma Goud, Krishen Khanna, T Vaikuntam, Okay. H. Ara, Himmat Shah and Lalu Prasad Shaw. Alongside them, the updated half highlights works by Ajay Dhandre, Suryakant Lokhande, Baiju Parthan, the duo Thukral & Tagra, Bose Krishnamachari, Satish Mane, Mousumi Biswas, Bharti Prajapati, Vinod Sharma and Paresh Maity.
“This public sale is a celebration of India’s ingenious journey, its evolution, its experimentation, and its timeless mastery,” talked about Manoj Mansukhani, Director – Promoting at Giftex. “Our aim is to hold collectors nearer to works that not solely define eras however as well as spark new conversations about fashionable and updated expression.”
Featured on the quilt of {{the catalogue}} (lot no. 174) is a serene masterpiece by Paresh Maity, titled ‘Life and Light II’, estimated to advertise at INR 10,00,000 – 15,00,000. This still-life captures a bowl of up to date oranges positioned near a sunlit window, with the fragile glow setting the tone. A deep blue vase holding delicate pink blossoms offers a gentle distinction, making the composition actually really feel intimate and welcoming, celebrating straightforward magnificence in regularly moments. The work was executed in 2005.
One different highlight of the general public sale is lot no. 234, titled ‘Hornbills’ by Senaka Senanayake. It presents a energetic row of birds perched intently collectively on a division in vivid and flowing colours. The artist builds a rhythmic pattern by way of their varieties, set in direction of a backdrop of abstracted foliage and lightweight. Executed in oil on canvas in 2003, this work is estimated to be acquired for INR 10,00,000 – 15,00,000.
A singular inclusion (lot no. 205) is an abstracted sculpture by the renowned Indian sculptor Himmat Shah. It depicts a tall and stylised decide with a simplified face and a physique marked by intricate carved patterns. Its earthy tones and handmade texture give it a grounded presence balancing power and subtlety. Stable in bronze, it could be acquired for INR 8,00,000 – 12,00,000.
Lot no. 156 is a creation by Krishen Khanna in oil pastel on paper. It captures two band members of their placing uniforms, seen in a second of pause. The textured strokes with rich, contrasting colours perform the vitality that defines these musicians, a subject the artist has returned to all by way of his occupation. This work is estimated to advertise at INR 8,00,000 – 12,00,000.
Moreover featured is a compelling work by updated artist Mahirwan Mamtani, titled ‘Centrovision Masks A’. Composed of geometric varieties, the work creates a mask-like face that feels otherworldly. Fastidiously organized circles, triangles, and radiating patterns draw the viewer into its hypnotic gaze. Executed in acrylic on woodcut, the work is estimated to be acquired for INR 8,00,000 – 10,00,000.
The Trendy and Updated Paintings Public sale will doubtless be carried out on-line at www.giftex.in. Bidders are invited to preview the entire catalogue and register for participation.
