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The year’s first auction from AstaGuru features furniture and décor with unusual stories and fine craftsmanship
In an era where functionality wins over embellishment, AstaGuru’s Opulent Collectibles auction features the kind of craftsmanship that needs to be appreciated up close and in person. The sale, slated for January 27 and 28, features furniture, home décor and sculptures from India and around the world. “There are a few lots presented in this auction that have an established validation such as chandeliers from F&C Osler,” says Siddanth Shetty, Vice President of Business Strategy and Operations. “The vases from Sèvres and Satsuma vases are sought after internationally as well.”
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Amrita Sher-Gil’s rare portrait of husband fetches over Rs 10 crore at online sale
The painting was created as a parting gift to her husband s family, after the couple decided to shift base from Hungary to India in 1939, and then to Lahore in 1941
By: PTI | New Delhi | Updated: December 24, 2020 9:15:33 am
This oil on canvas work was created in 1939 as a parting gift to Victor Egan’s family. He is shown in this particular attire because of his profession as an army doctor. (Photo: Astaguru/Instagram)
Modern Indian painter Amrita Sher-Gil’s rare portrait of her husband Victor Egan fetched a whopping price of Rs 10.86 crore (approx) at AstaGuru’s recent ‘Modern Indian Art’ online sale, the auction house said in a statement.
Comprising four canvases, the magnificent artwork expands up to a total of 23.5 feet.
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Modern Indian painter Amrita Sher-Gil s rare portrait of her husband Victor Egan fetched a whopping price of Rs 10.86 crore (approx) at AstaGuru s recent Modern Indian Art online sale, the auction house said in a statement.
Having witnessed impressive bidding , the artwork was eventually purchased by renowned art collector Manoj Israni.
It was the highest price achieved in the sale.
According to AstaGuru, the portrait showcasing Egan, a Hungarian army doctor in his uniform, garnered noticeable traction since the theme intertwined with the artist s personal life and had emotional sentiments attached to it.