The sale presented an exhilarating array of important works and will feature celebrated Modern Masters Tyeb Mehta, Syed Haider Raza, Francis Newton … Born in Gujarat, Mehta spent his early years working as a film editor in a cinema laboratory. In 1969 he returned to India. (150.5 x 124.5 cm.) "The sale of Tyeb Mehta's Kali marks an important achievement in modern Indian art sales," Dinesh Vazirani, CEO and co-founder of Saffronart, said. In 1978 - 1979 he shifted to Bombay. Tyeb showcased in ‘Tryst with Destiny: Art From Modern India’, at Singapore Art Museum, Singapore. From 1984 - 1986 he was invited as an Artist in Residence for 2 years by Vishwa Bharati at Santiniketan. Initially a film editor, his interest in painting led him to the Sir J.J. School of Art, Mumbai from where he graduated in 1952. The most important work by India’s finest contemporary artist , Tyeb Mehta, from his groundbreaking Mahishasura series will lead the Christie’s annual London sale … 26 crore for the painting, Rs 0 for the painter. In 1944 he joined ‘Famous Cine Laboratory’ at Tardeo and worked as an assistant to the film editor for three years. in Hyderabad. He won several awards: Tyeb Mehta is known for Painting and sculpture. In 1984 while he recuperated, he painted ‘Santiniketan Triptych’ and did a large Bull Torso in bronze. In 1981 he showcased in the Inaugural Exhibition at Roopankar, Bharat Bhavan, Bhopal. He participated in various group exhibitions: His love for painting and an introduction to the workings of the Bombay Progressive Artists Group redirected his path to the Sir J.J. School of Art where he graduated in 1952. In 1979 he took part in ‘Focus, Four Painters Directions’ at Gallery Chemould. Collective History. Tyeb Mehta was an Indian artist known for his paintings of figures set amidst diagonal shapes of color.The artist’s combination of abstracted and expressionistic elements was influenced by the work of both Francis Bacon and Barnett Newman, while the subject matter of falling bodies and religious motifs seen in his painting Kali (1989), came from his childhood recollections of … The latest market performance and intelligence report on Tyeb Mehta for informed buying and selling decisions. Browse artwork and art for sale by Tyeb Mehta and discover content, biographical information and recently sold works. Initially a film editor, his interest in painting led him to the Sir J.J. School of Art, Mumbai from where he graduated in 1952. Viewing Rooms. All rights reserved. In 1969 he started using diagonal as a pictorial element till 1976. Painted circa 1960s Sale Room Notice Please note this lot was previously exhibited in New Delhi at Kumar Gallery in 1966 and was sold at Christie's London, 25 March 2004, lot 212 In 1975 he participated in Third Triennale India. Tyeb Mehta was an Indian artist known for his paintings of figures set amidst diagonal shapes of color.The artist’s combination of abstracted and expressionistic elements was influenced by the work of both Francis Bacon and Barnett Newman, while the subject matter of falling bodies and religious motifs seen in his painting Kali (1989), came from his childhood recollections of … Tyeb Mehta, one of the most celebrated of India’s Modernist painters, whose work broke auction records even as he maintained a frugal and reclusive life, died Wednesday in Mumbai, his home city. Raza and M.F. School of Art. As a young man, he witnessed firsthand the violence that accompanied India’s partition, an event that was pivotal in the formation of his artistic vision. The exhibition, estimated at Rs 38. In 1965 he settled in Delhi. to know more visit our website Online. In 1957 he joined faculty of Fine Arts, Baroda to study sculpture. In 1965 he participated in Art Now in India; London; Painters at MIT and New Jersey State Museum, Trenton, USA and he participated in National Exhibition in New Delhi. He travelled extensively in U.S.A., Japan, Hong Kong. He was part of the Bombay Progressive Artists' Group, which included F.N. The Indian art world is riven by a deep divide; The shifting demons of Tyeb Mehta; Works of Tyeb Mehta, other modernists fetch premium at Mumbai auction Between 1959 and 1964 he lived and worked in London. Editorial. 5 crore, will be part of the first evening sale of Indian art by Sotheby's in 12 years Modernist Tyeb Mehta’s painting was sold at the Modern and Contemporary South Asian Art sale in Sotheby’s for a whooping Rs. Sign up. In 1968 he travelled to Italy, Spain, Amsterdam and London. By continuing to use our sites and applications, you agree to our use of cookies. In 1988 he took part in ‘Contemporary Indian Art’ exhibition at Jehangir Art Gallery, Mumbai (organised by Vadehra Art Gallery). Sell art from your collection. In 1954 he went to Paris and London to study works of old and modern masters after four months he returned to India. (126.4 x 94.3 cm.) In 1947, while travelling by tram he met Mr. A. Get the latest news on the events, trends, and people that shape the global art market with our daily newsletter. In 1966 he had a solo at Taj Art Gallery, Mumbai. In 1982 he participated in Fifth Triennale India and showcased in ‘Modern Indian Paintings’ at Hirshhorn Museum, Washington D.C. in U.S.A. and participated in ‘India: Myth and Reality’ at Museum of Modern Art, Oxford in U.K. Filter by auction house, media and more. In 1965 he painted his first ‘Falling Figure’ and participated in the First Triennale at Lalit Kala Academy, New Delhi. 55.40 crore) were sold at the … Browse upcoming auctions and create alerts for artworks you are interested in. In 1960 and 1962 he took part in London Group Show. At the school he met S.B. For example Tyeb Mehta’s works from the 90s, which were considered later works make the most money. In 1968 he was awarded Gold Medal at First Triennale India, New Delhi. In 1950 he won the Bombay Art Society award. MUMBAI: Tyeb Mehta's painting "Durga Mahisasura Mardini" was sold for USD 2.9 million (Rs 20.49 crore) at Boundless India, Sotheby's inaugural auction in Mumbai Thursday evening. In 1950, he visited Delhi with Akbar and others to see the ‘Indian Art’ at Rashtrapati Bhavan. In 1974 he was awarded Prix Nationale at the Festival Internationale de Peinture, Cagnes-Sur-Mer, France. Born in Kapadvanj, a town in Gujarat in 1925, Tyeb Mehta believed, "In art you have to go on for a long time before you can say 'I have done something.'" Tyeb MEHTA (1925-2009) (India) is an artist born in 1925 The oldest auction result ever registered on the website for an artwork by this artist is a painting sold in 1995, at Sotheby's, and the most recent auction result is a painting sold in 2020. In 1985 he showcased a solo exhibition at Chemould Art Gallery, Mumbai. He grew up in an orthodox Shiite Muslim community in Mumbai. He met S.H. Log in. He showcased at C.C.M.B. In 1987 he took part in ‘Artists Today East West Encounters’ at Jehangir Art Gallery, Bombay (organised by Max Mueller Bhavan). Souza, S.H. Human Figure +2 more. Tyeb Mehta’s Durga Mahisasura Mardini, 1993 ($2.7-4.1m) Sotheby’s will hold its first Boundless India sale on Thursday 29 November at The Taj Mahal Palace Hotel with 60 lots spanning Modern and Contemporary South Asian Art, photography and design estimated to make INR 43.1- 62.9 crores / US$ 6-8.7 million. In 1994 he showcased in ‘Seven Indian Painters’ at Gallery Le Monde I’ Art, Paris. But (MF) Hussain on the other hand, the works that he made in the 50s and 60s, when he first started (out as an artist) make the most money. Tyeb Mehta's painting fetches $1.54 million. "The sale of Tyeb Mehta's Kali marks an important achievement in modern Indian art sales," Dinesh Vazirani, CEO and co-founder of Saffronart, said. In 1986 he participated in Coups-de-Coeurs: Exhibition of Indian Paintings at Geneva, Switzerland. In 1996 he had a solo exhibition at Black Partridge Art Gallery, New Delhi. 1958 - 1959 he had one man show at Jehangir Art Gallery organised by Bal Chhabda (Gallery 59). - Born in Kapadvanj, a town in Gujarat in 1925, Tyeb Mehta believed, "In art you have to go on for a long time before you can say 'I have done something.'" Disturbed by the riots of 1992, Mehta saw this as an opportunity to create a topical artwork and, thus, Durga Mahisasura Mardini was Buy original paintings, sculptures, limited edition prints, and works of art for sale by Tyeb Mehta In 1985 he participated in ‘Contemporary Indian Painters’, Festival of India in U.S.A. at Grey Art Gallery, New York. New Delhi: In a record-breaking sale at an online auction on Thursday, Tyeb Mehta's iconic painting 'Kali' (1989) was sold at a whooping Rs 26.4 crore, setting a new record for the artist. Artprice.com's price levels for this artist are based on 206 auction results. He executed Trussed Bull on Rickshaw (Triptych). Painted in 1965 Please note this lot is the property of a private individual. View Tyeb Mehta biographical information, artworks upcoming at auction, and sale prices from our price archives. In 1977 he took part in ‘Pictorial Space’ at Lalit Kala Akademi, New Delhi. Rockerfeller III Fellowship for one year. In 1974 he travelled to Paris (sponsored by I.C.C.R) and he showcased six large paintings at Cagnes-Sur-Mer and Menton Biennale and was awarded ‘Merit Certificate’. (48 ⅞ x 36 ½ in.) With 85 per cent lots sold, the auction achieving total sales of Rs 75 crores, also set world records for five other artists -- N S Bendre, M V Dhurandhar, Sankho Chaudhuri, Sheila Makhijani and Dhananjay Singh. With 85 per cent lots sold, the auction achieving total sales of Rs 75 crores, also set world records for five other artists -- N S Bendre, M V Dhurandhar, Sankho Chaudhuri, Sheila Makhijani and Dhananjay Singh. He helped Tyeb to get admission in Sir J.J. School of Art. In 2009 Tyeb Mehta passed away. Tyeb Mehta. The painting represents the eternal cosmic dilemma of the human condition: the battle of good and evil, creation and destruction. Tyeb had several solo exhibitions in India and overseas. In 1993 he took part in ‘Wounds’ Exhibition at CIMA, Calcutta and he showcased in ‘Trends and Images’ at CIMA, Calcutta. Highlighting the modern works from the sale is the historically significant Untitled (Falling Figure) by Tyeb Mehta. In 2007 he was conferred ‘Padma Bhushan’ by the Government of India. He executed a few terracotta sculptures. Between 1959 and 1964 he lived and worked in London. Auctions. September 22, 2005. The Modern and Contemporary South Asian Art sale marked the beginning of Sotheby’s Indian and Islamic Week, which will see three separate auctions dedicated to the works of established artists from the Indian sub-continent and the … In 1968 he exhibited solo at Common Institute Art Gallery, London. From Asia Society, Tyeb Mehta, Mahisasura (1997), Acrylic on canvas., 59 × 48 in There he met artists, Krishen Khanna, Ram Kumar, Ramchandran, etc. He showcased in ‘Contemporary Indian Art’, Festival of India at Royal Academy of Arts. Nude. Tyeb had several solo exhibitions in India and overseas: In 4 months he returned to Bombay and continued painting and creating works in wood and plaster of Paris. In 1971 he was awarded Filmfare Critics’ Award for his film ‘Koodal’ written and directed for Films Division - Government of India. In Untitled (Woman on Rickshaw) Mehta reveals his craft and skill as a painter of flawless planes of flat colour, a stark contrast to the gestural, textured impasto of his early works. In 1989 he showcased in ‘Timeless Art’ organised by the Times of India, Mumbai. See our Privacy Policy for more information about cookies. At First Sotheby's Mumbai Auction, Tyeb Mehta’s Painting Sold for Rs 20.49 Crore. The auction will open with a never-before-seen Tyeb Mehta painting; the reclusive artist was commissioned by a family of great provenance in 1993 while he was in Santiniketan, a small town north of Kolkata. Amrita Sher-Gil's 'The Little Girl in Blue' came in a close second, and was sold for Rs 18.69 crore. The revered painter Tyeb Mehta spent the majority of his years contemplating the human condition. In 1956 he had painted ‘Rickshaw Pullers’ and ‘Trussed Bull’. TYEB MEHTA (1925-2009) Untitled (Seated Woman) oil on canvas 49¾ x 37 1/8 in. Indian, 1925–2009 • 257 followers. Painting. In 1960 he went to London. In 1974 he took part in Deuxieme Biennale Internationale de Menton and Festival Internationale de la Peinture at Cagnes-Sur-Mer. He returned to Delhi. Tyeb Mehta was born in 1925 in Kapadwanj, Gujarat. Painted in 1967 CataloguingProvenance Acquired from Pundole Art Gallery, 5 January 1983 Catalogue Note Tyeb Mehta\’s Sitting Figure painted in the year of 1967 is from … In 1968 he was awarded J.D. Artists Artworks. He was awarded Gold Medal by President at Lalit Kala Akademi, New Delhi. Sotheby’s presents works of art by Tyeb Mehta. He also took part in ‘50 Years of Art in Bombay 1947 - 1997’, at NGMA, Bombay. In 1961 he participated in a group show and had 2 person exhibition in Gallery One along with Paritosh Sen. Fetching up to $3,998,000, Tyeb Mehta becomes top draw at auctions around the world; Know your art: Tyeb Mehta’s painting just sold for Rs 26.4 crore; Rs. In 1999 he created Falling Bird. In 1990 he had a one-man show at Chemould Art Gallery, Mumbai, Art Heritage, New Delhi and Birla Academy, Calcutta. Palshiker. 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