Sotheby's London presents six South Asian modernists this summer
From July 13 to August 7, Sotheby’s London is presenting The South Asia Edit, an event comprising six exhibitions dedicated to the rich tapestry of modern and contemporary art from South Asia. Artists featured include Francis Newton Souza, whose Christian-themed pieces are drawn from the Alkazi Collection of Art, as well as Mohan Samant's renowned Music & Dance series and Bhupen Khakhar's significant works. This showcase emphasizes the unique narratives of each artist's life and career, presenting rarely displayed pieces that offer insight into the vibrant dialogues within the South Asian art scene.
Key facts
- Sotheby’s presents The South Asia Edit from 13 July to 7 August.
- Six artists are featured: Francis Newton Souza, Mohan Samant, Bhupen Khakhar, Zarina, Zahoor ul Akhlaq, and Sheherezade Alam.
- The project comprises six focused presentations rather than a single narrative.
- Works are drawn from defining moments within each artist’s oeuvre.
- Souza’s presentation includes works from the Alkazi Collection of Art.
- Souza’s works explore his enduring engagement with Christian imagery.
- Samant’s Music & Dance series is included.
- The exhibitions are held at Sotheby’s London galleries.
Entities
Artists
- Francis Newton Souza
- Mohan Samant
- Bhupen Khakhar
- Zarina
- Zahoor ul Akhlaq
- Sheherezade Alam
Institutions
- Sotheby's
- Alkazi Collection of Art
Locations
- London
- United Kingdom