Posted by Hi everyone, I’m down with the flu and it’s been tough this time because I’m still nursing my baby. Sleepless nights combined with fever and cold have been very unforgiving and I just haven’t been able to work or write anything. So, for this week’s post, I’m sharing something already published on my other social media platforms – a round-up of my top picks at the India Art Fair 2025. The India Art Fair took place from February 6-9, and as always I loved visiting it. I have also written about previous editions of the India Art Fair on my blog, do check them out. And without further ado, here are my top picks of the India Art Fair 2025:
Bear in mind that there was a LOT to see. So this isn’t a comprehensive list but here are a few that stood out:
1. Hello from the IAF – fair facade designed by Ayesha Singh as a tribute to female architects.
2. Anish Kapoor’s inverted metal discs (at Galleria Continua and Lisson gallery) force you to think of your relationship with the space around you.
3. M. V. Dhurandar (at DAG) painted his Krishna surrounded by gorgeous, naked, and anglicised gopis in 1934 making a stark commentary on the varied interpretations of India’s myths.
4. Ai Weiwei (at Galleria Continua) combines modern techniques and inspirations to reinterpret classic works of art like this Van Gogh sculpture made with lego blocks in Andy Warhol’s pop art style.
5. Ancient Mahishasur Mardini from the 10-11th century (at Crayon art gallery) as one of few representations of ancient Indian art at the fair.
6. Photo of Amrita Sher-gil and her father Umrao from his personal archives (at Photoink) where Amrita is dressed as artist Frida Kahlo.
7. Day 2 at the IAF and I’m taking the matching my outfit to decor game seriously!
8. Anindita Bhattacharya’s work (at Threshold Gallery) is so delicate but packs the biggest punch where the preamble to our constitution is mapped out and painted in Urdu to remind people of its importance.
9. Posing with the super fun Ullatbansi (at Latitude 28) by Yogesh Ramkrishna.
10. Polka dots, infinity lights and self-reflection in the work of Yayoi Kusama (at David Zwirner).
11. Manjunath Kamath’s painstaking creation of beautiful decay (at Gallery Espace).
12. Asim Waqif’s repurposed cement truck which invites you to interact with it (outdoors).
13. Gorgeous ancient Jain Chhod with Zari embroidery on velvet (at Sarita Handa Archives).
While on the subject of the India Art Fair 2025, here are a couple of other articles I wrote on it this year – a preview of the entire fair for OPEN magazine and a round-up of young artists to watch out for in The Sunday Guardian.
Did you visit the India Art Fair this year? What did you think of it? Did any art works stand out to you in particular? Do share your experience in the comments below!
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Get well soon, Noor. I liked the zardozi work the best, very well preserved. I’ve always liked more traditional work in the arts.
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The artworks you shared are fantastic. I was wondering how Krishna with the anglicised nudes wasn’t censored or come under flak by the bhakths!
The Bhakts are too uneducated to be aware of events like the India Art Fair – and thank god for that!!
Noor after meeting you in person and after being a part of your blogging community in form of this blogging challenge all I can say you taste is premium be it literary work or other creative work you do. I like your taste of creativity. Keep rocking
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Thank you for sharing such wonderful art with your readers. The one that truly stood out to me, or rather, made me pause and reflect, was Manjunath Kamath’s Beautiful Decay. How fascinating!!!!! What I perceive is that the art symbolizes the cycle of life, reminding us that there is beauty in everything, even in impermanence.
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Get well soon Noor, I liked Anindita Bhattacharya’s work, the combination of delicate art with such a strong message makes it even more impactful. Would love to see this in person.
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What an amalgam of different ways to exhibit creativity !
From repurposed art installations to , fabric art and modern techniques, this was fantastic and I am sure you had a great time there.
Manjunath Kamat’s , Yayoni Kusama , Ai WeiWei and the Ullatbansi stood out for me .
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First of all sorry to hear you have been so sick- hope you get better soon. And secondly, loved all the art works you shared – especially loved Amrita Shergil’s picture – dressed as Frieda Kahlo!
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Zari embroidery on velevet, repurposed cement truck and The Krishna Painting 😮 everything is awesome. And you are so lucky to get the chance to visit that Art centre.
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Thanks for the glimpses of India Art Fair. I enjoyed Beautiful Decay and Amrita Sher-Gill photo!
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What spectacular pieces of art! Too many lovely ones to pick my favourites. But somehow, the Mahishasurmardhini comes on top in this list. I think it is because I just returned from a trip to Badami exploring the history, art, and architecture of the Chalukyas. I was fortunate to see a sandstone statue of Her, and She came alive. I thought she smiled at him even in the most aggressive state! She was gorgeous, and your picture came so soon after that. I wonder if it is some sort of sign!
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Art fairs are such a visual treat, and I love how this post gives a glimpse into the stunning pieces from the India Art Fair 2025! There’s something magical about standing in front of a painting or sculpture and feeling its story unfold.
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Art often goes over my head, but the pieces you highlighted here truly stand out! Hope you are feeling better now. Take care!
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Get well soon. I am very fond of art exhibition and museum . I have never chronicled them. So much to learn from you all
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My God! Such beautiful artwork. Thanks for bringing it to us through this, otehrwise couldn’t have seen such beautiful artworks. I’m not able to decide which one is the best–all are so wow!
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Some of these artworks reminded me of the Kala Ghoda festival that has some striking creative installations. Loved the Lego and the colourful polka dots. Get well soon, Noor!
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First of all, I hope you are well! Thank you for sharing these beautiful art forms with us. I hope I get to see them at least in the next year and I hope I will be in Delhi then.
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I didn’t visit but I surely did love your picks which were unique and tasteful. Thanks for sharing this
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