Most expensive Indian paintings ever sold

25 Oct,2023

This amazing artwork, which is distinguished by its strong expressiveness, depicts a group of ladies going about their daily lives.

‘The StoryTeller’ by Amrita Sher-Gil

‘Gestation’ held the record for the highest sale at a substantial Rs 51.75 crore. This prized piece was auctioned at Pundole’s, Mumbai.

‘Gestation’ by S H Raza

In a notable auction, this iconic artwork fetched an impressive Rs 48.3 crore, affirming its immense value and recognition within the art world.

‘Untitled’ by VS Gaitonde

This exceptional artwork was sold for a whopping Rs 41.97 crore, showing how much people value and appreciate Mehta's art.

‘Bull on Rickshaw’ by Tyeb Mehta

The painting 'Hunger' by F.N. Souza, fetched a substantial Rs 34.5 crore and is a powerful representation of the artist's signature style.

‘Hunger’ by F.N Souza

Another artwork of F.N Souza, 'Birth', sold for approximately 31 crore at a New York auction in 2015.

‘Birth’ by F.N Souza

In 1983, Syed Haider Raza crafted a pivotal masterpiece titled 'Saurashtra.’ The artwork later sold for around 27 crores at a 2010 auction.

‘Saurashtra’ by S H Raza