Luxury Art Blog: Fine Art, Collectors, Galleries & Global Talent

Experience the evolution of Indian art at ShowKeen 2025 - a premier exhibition by AstaGuru showcasing rare works by legendary modernists and bold contemporary artists, all under one roof in Mumbai.

Tyeb Mehta's iconic "Trussed Bull" (1956) has shattered expectations at Saffronart's landmark auction, fetching an astounding ?61.8 crore ($7.27 million) and cementing its place as joint second-most expensive Indian artwork ever sold.

The art world's spotlight turned to Sotheby's London as Banksy's environmental critique "Crude Oil (Vettriano)" fetched £4.3 million ($5.5 million) just one day after Jack Vettriano's death. The street artist's subversive reimagining transforms Vettriano'

M. Pravat’s Terraform, presented by Vida Heydari Contemporary at STIR Gallery, Delhi, reimagines the clash between urban expansion and nature. Through evocative materials and layered narratives, the exhibition challenges our perception of sustainability,

AstaGuru Art Auction House presents a rare collection of masterpieces by Goan legends F N Souza, V S Gaitonde, Laxman Pai, and S L Haldankar in an online auction from December 14 to 16, poised to fetch crores.

Indian art spans the iconic strokes of MF Husain to Jogen Chowdhury's charcoals, but its soul lies in the untold stories and rural whispers of unsung artists, preserving centuries of cultural wisdom.

Cosmic Rhinoceros, a symbol of surrealism and cosmic strength, alongside an Andalusian-inspired menu curated by St. Regis Café. The artistic menu, crafted by Chef Demenico Iannone, brought Dalí's dreamlike vision to life, blending exquisite flavors with a

Phoenix Palladium, Mumbai's premier lifestyle hub, unveils Salvador Dalí’s iconic bronze sculpture, Cosmic Rhinoceros. Launched by Gayatri Ruia and celebrated art patron Shalini Passi, this masterpiece elevates the mall’s commitment to blending luxury wit

Rene Magritte's Empire of Light redefined the art market, selling for $121 million at Christie’s New York. Surpassing its $95 million estimate and the previous $79 million record, it now holds the title of the most expensive surrealist artwork ever auctio

The Institute of Contemporary Indian Art (ICIA), AstaGuru Auction House, and Namtech Fine Art are happy to offer Himmat Shah - Innocence & Creativity, an outstanding exhibition of Shah's creative journey. Shah has perfected his bronze sculptures at London

Vasudeo Santu Gaitonde, whose abstract painting transformed South Asian art, is one of the most influential artists. Born a century ago, Gaitonde blended Eastern mysticism with Western methods to give Indian abstract painting a luxurious feel.

Art lending is a new approach for affluent collectors to leverage their art collections without selling them. As the global art market advances, wealthy individuals are utilising their fine art as collateral for loans to unlock liquidity while keeping own

AstaGuru's International Iconic Auction will showcase world-renowned artists' works. This remarkable auction will feature classics that demonstrate 20th-century worldwide modern art's development and influence - JMW Turner, Pablo Picasso, Georges Braque,

Switzerland's Art Basel, the world's best art market, is serious. The richest art collectors go to buy rare items, not just enjoy the ambiance. The VIP days were June 11 and 12, while the public may visit June 13–16, 2024.

AstaGuru's ‘Stroke & Structure’ auction on June 20-21, 2024, showcases seminal works by modernist pioneers such as Jamini Roy and Amrita Sher-Gil, alongside the influential Progressive Artists' Group.

American artist and critic Donald Judd revolutionised sculpture and space. Born in Excelsior Springs, Missouri, on June 3, 1928, Judd is known for his massive, unadorned sculptures that reinvent the connection between items and their surroundings.