What is the record-breaking M.F. Husain painting?

The record-breaking painting is 'Gram Yatra,' a 14-foot artwork depicting rural Indian life.

Who bought the most expensive Indian painting 'Gram Yatra'?

Kiran Nadar, a prominent Indian art patron, is widely believed to have purchased 'Gram Yatra' for her museum.

How much did M.F. Husain's 'Gram Yatra' sell for?

'Gram Yatra' sold for ₹115 crore (around $13.8 million), setting a new record for Indian art.

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Husain Masterpiece Shatters Indian Art Record

21 Jan

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Summary

M.F. Husain's 'Gram Yatra' sold for ₹115 crore ($13.8 million) at auction.
The painting, 'Gram Yatra', depicts the rhythm of rural India in 13 panels.
Kiran Nadar is widely believed to be the buyer for her museum.

Husain Masterpiece Shatters Indian Art Record

A nearly 14-foot-long painting by M.F. Husain, titled 'Gram Yatra,' has become the most expensive Indian artwork ever sold at auction, commanding ₹115 crore (approximately $13.8 million). Created in 1954, the painting is composed of 13 interconnected panels illustrating scenes of rural Indian life, reflecting the nation's post-independence identity.

This significant piece, lost for decades after being donated to a Norwegian hospital, resurfaced recently. Its sale at auction far surpassed expectations, driven by its rarity, scale, and the growing global interest in non-Western art narratives. The robust bidding indicates a new valuation for Indian modern art on the international stage.