Sotheby's: April, 2005: Indian & Southeast Asian Art Inc. Modern Indian Paintings Auction Guide
Sotheby's: April 2005: Indian & Southeast Asian Art Modern Indian Painting GUIDE
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Sotheby's
2008
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SOTHEBY'S: APRIL, 2005: INDIAN & SOUTHEAST ASIAN ART INCLUDING MODERN INDIAN PAINTINGS AUCTION GUIDE
Sotheby's - New York
Sale Title: Indian & Southeast Asian Art including Modern Indian Paintings
Date: 1st April 2005
Number of Lots: 191
Number of Pages: 200
Illustrations: Illustrated in colour
This auction guide served as a comprehensive reference for collectors, connoisseurs, and art enthusiasts interested in Indian and Southeast Asian art, as well as the burgeoning market for modern Indian paintings. Sotheby's, a renowned global auction house headquartered in New York, curated this highly anticipated sale, attracting buyers from across the world seeking to acquire exquisite artworks reflecting both traditional and contemporary artistic expressions.
Overview of the Auction:
The sale featured a diverse and carefully selected collection of 191 lots encompassing a wide spectrum of artistic styles and historical periods. These ranged from ancient and classical sculptures, traditional paintings, and textiles of India and Southeast Asia, to pioneering modern Indian paintings by noted 20th-century artists. The inclusion of modern Indian works represented Sotheby’s recognition of the growing international interest in contemporary South Asian art, highlighting the dynamic evolution of the region’s artistic heritage.
Highlights and Notable Categories:
Traditional Indian Art: This section comprised intricate miniature paintings from royal courts, religious artworks depicting Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain themes, and exquisite sculptures crafted in bronze and stone reflecting the region’s rich spiritual traditions.
Southeast Asian Antiquities: Featuring artifacts from Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, and Indonesia, the auction included ancient relief panels, ritual objects, and textiles demonstrating the cultural syncretism and artistic influence between India and Southeast Asia.
Modern Indian Paintings: Showcasing works by prominent artists such as M.F. Husain, F.N. Souza, S.H. Raza, and Tyeb Mehta, this category celebrated the transformation and modernization of Indian art during the post-independence era. These paintings often blended Indian themes with modernist techniques and international influences.
Significance of the Auction Guide:
The 200-page catalogue was richly illustrated in colour, allowing prospective bidders to carefully examine the fine details and craftsmanship of each piece. It also contained scholarly essays and expert commentary that provided historical context, provenance, and insights into the significance of the artworks. Collectors valued such information to make informed decisions and to understand the cultural narratives encapsulated within each item.
Market Impact:
This auction underscored Sotheby’s pivotal role in elevating Indian and Southeast Asian art within the global collectors’ market. By combining ancient and modern artworks in a single sale, the auction reflected the continuum of artistic tradition and innovation in South Asia. The event attracted a mix of private collectors, museums, and art dealers, signaling increased investment interest and awareness of the diversity and richness of this region’s visual arts.
Overall, the Sotheby’s Indian & Southeast Asian Art including Modern Indian Paintings auction held on 1st April 2005 in New York remains a landmark event in the promotion and appreciation of South Asian art on the international stage.
CONDITION: Good condition. Front cover has sticker residue
Sotheby's - New York
Sale Title: Indian & Southeast Asian Art including Modern Indian Paintings
Date: 1st April 2005
Number of Lots: 191
Number of Pages: 200
Illustrations: Illustrated in colour
This auction guide served as a comprehensive reference for collectors, connoisseurs, and art enthusiasts interested in Indian and Southeast Asian art, as well as the burgeoning market for modern Indian paintings. Sotheby's, a renowned global auction house headquartered in New York, curated this highly anticipated sale, attracting buyers from across the world seeking to acquire exquisite artworks reflecting both traditional and contemporary artistic expressions.
Overview of the Auction:
The sale featured a diverse and carefully selected collection of 191 lots encompassing a wide spectrum of artistic styles and historical periods. These ranged from ancient and classical sculptures, traditional paintings, and textiles of India and Southeast Asia, to pioneering modern Indian paintings by noted 20th-century artists. The inclusion of modern Indian works represented Sotheby’s recognition of the growing international interest in contemporary South Asian art, highlighting the dynamic evolution of the region’s artistic heritage.
Highlights and Notable Categories:
Traditional Indian Art: This section comprised intricate miniature paintings from royal courts, religious artworks depicting Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain themes, and exquisite sculptures crafted in bronze and stone reflecting the region’s rich spiritual traditions.
Southeast Asian Antiquities: Featuring artifacts from Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, and Indonesia, the auction included ancient relief panels, ritual objects, and textiles demonstrating the cultural syncretism and artistic influence between India and Southeast Asia.
Modern Indian Paintings: Showcasing works by prominent artists such as M.F. Husain, F.N. Souza, S.H. Raza, and Tyeb Mehta, this category celebrated the transformation and modernization of Indian art during the post-independence era. These paintings often blended Indian themes with modernist techniques and international influences.
Significance of the Auction Guide:
The 200-page catalogue was richly illustrated in colour, allowing prospective bidders to carefully examine the fine details and craftsmanship of each piece. It also contained scholarly essays and expert commentary that provided historical context, provenance, and insights into the significance of the artworks. Collectors valued such information to make informed decisions and to understand the cultural narratives encapsulated within each item.
Market Impact:
This auction underscored Sotheby’s pivotal role in elevating Indian and Southeast Asian art within the global collectors’ market. By combining ancient and modern artworks in a single sale, the auction reflected the continuum of artistic tradition and innovation in South Asia. The event attracted a mix of private collectors, museums, and art dealers, signaling increased investment interest and awareness of the diversity and richness of this region’s visual arts.
Overall, the Sotheby’s Indian & Southeast Asian Art including Modern Indian Paintings auction held on 1st April 2005 in New York remains a landmark event in the promotion and appreciation of South Asian art on the international stage.
CONDITION: Good condition. Front cover has sticker residue
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This item is for the original media, and includes only the media (ie. CD, floppy ...) UNLESS specifically stated above and/or in the title. If more than just the media is included, it will state which items are (ie. box, manual, etc ). Items that come in a sleeve refer to a generic CD sleeve (typically white) and will be sent with shipping protection to avoid damage during transit. If available, we will also send the front and/or back CD inserts if in stock. If these are important to you, please message us to verify we have them available to send. Please do not assume items are included other than what's stated. Again, ask questions PRIOR to purchasing if you have any concerns.
IMAGES:
All images/pictures are stock photos and are for reference only, mainly to show the type of game you will be getting. Please read "WHAT YOU GET" for what is included with the media. Screenshots may vary based on your own computer system, video card, monitor, etc.
COMPATIBILITY:
Computers are like people, each one is different. Unlike console games, a computer game may install and work flawlessly on one system but may need adjustments on another. This is due to a variety of factors, mainly the OS platform running, video card you have, drivers, protection software installed, etc. Many times manufacturers release updates to games to fix bugs and add enhancements. We would be happy to help get the game going on your computer, but ultimately compatibility issues are the responsibility of the buyer. We suggest going to Google and searching for the name of the game along with the words "system requirements" to determine if your system is suitable. Ultimately, we are not responsible for software compatibility problems or publisher's errors.
PLATFORM:
Stated within the auction is what platform the game will work on (ie. Windows, Mac, Linux...) This is a generic statement and specific platform versions (ie. XP, Vista...) will have to be researched by the buyer. Games that came out PRIOR to XP or higher will not specifically state they will work on that release, but only because they came out before those versions were made. Many, if not most, will work on XP or higher with a few quick adjustments. We provide instructions with all items purchased on how to do this adjustment using the Program Compatibility Wizard. If we find out that an item will definately not work on a specific version, we will state it. For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program if the Program Compatibility Wizard does not work.
64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
Macintosh Systems:
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We typically ship all items out within 1-2 business days after payment is received. In regards to the stated shipping and handling, remember that these costs include more than just postage.
International buyers please email/chat with us to determine if you are eligible for shipping of a specific product. If you are, then international buyers not shipping to an address within the U.S. can expect their orders to take anywhere from 5 days to 4 weeks to be received, depending on how fast/well USPS is moving. Additionally, international orders typically have to go through governmental customs, which can delay the arrival process. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying. Customs fees are normally charged by the shipping company or collected when you pick the item up. These fees are not additional shipping charges.
