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Art Mumbai 2023 Showcases Vibrant Creativity and Iconic Works
Art Mumbai 2023 was a big art fair held in Mumbai from November 13 to 16.
It took place at the beautiful Mahalaxmi Race Course and had around 80 galleries showing nearly 2,000 artworks.
The fair featured works from famous artists like Tyeb Mehta, Krishen Khanna, and Vikrant Bhise.
Tyeb Mehta's painting Trussed Bull sold for a record ₹61.8 crore earlier this year.
The event also included international artists like Ai Weiwei and Anish Kapoor.
Visitors could see a mix of modern and contemporary art, and there were special exhibitions and art walks around the city.
It was a great opportunity for art lovers to explore Mumbai's creative scene.
Art Mumbai 2023 featured 80 galleries showcasing nearly 2,000 artworks at the Mahalaxmi Race Course in Mumbai.
The fair celebrated the centenary of Tyeb Mehta, with his iconic Bull (diptych) and the record sale of Trussed Bull for ₹61.8 crore.
Krishen Khanna, the last surviving member of the Progressive Artists’ Group, was represented by his evocative red Bandwalas.
International participants like Lisson Gallery showcased works by Ai Weiwei and Anish Kapoor.
Mid-career and emerging artists like Vikrant Bhise and Sudipta Das explored themes of social justice and displacement.
- Who
- Artists, galleries, and visitors from around the world
- What
- Art Mumbai 2023, a major art fair showcasing contemporary and modern art
- Where
- Mahalaxmi Race Course, Mumbai
- When
- November 13 to 16, 2023
- Why
- To celebrate and showcase the vibrant creativity and iconic works of artists, including a centenary celebration of Tyeb Mehta
Key facts
- Event Name
- Art Mumbai
- Dates
- November 13 to 16, 2023
- Location
- Mahalaxmi Race Course, Mumbai
- Number of Galleries
- 80
- Number of Artworks
- 2,000
- Record Sale
- ₹61.8 crore for Tyeb Mehta's Trussed Bull
- Notable Artists
- Tyeb Mehta, Krishen Khanna, Vikrant Bhise, Dhruva Mistry, Gulammohammed Sheikh
- International Participants
- Lisson Gallery (Ai Weiwei, Anish Kapoor)
