WORKS ON PAPER AND BOOKS (7-8 MAY 2025)

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Lot 13

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Edwin Mullins and F N Souza Untitled [A set of 2 Books on F N Souza] a) Edwin Mullins, F N Souza: An Introduction, London: Anthony Blond Ltd., 1962 108 pages illustrated with 66 full-page colour & black-and-white plates and 24 line drawings; full grey cloth bound with black title on the front cover and spine with dust jacket. 9.25 x 8.5 in (23.5 x 21.5 cm) The first comprehensive monograph on Francis Newton Souza, written by British art critic Edwin Mullins, published at a time when Souza was establishing himself as a powerful voice in post-war British and modern Indian art. This publication provides critical analysis of Souza’s early influences, his role in founding the Progressive Artists’ Group in Bombay, and his later works produced in London. The volume is illustrated with numerous black-and-white plates reproducing the artist’s paintings, drawings, and sketches, offering visual insight into Souza’s evolving style—marked by expressive figuration, eroticism, and religious iconography. The essay extends to 45 pages, and there is a 3-page list of collectors at the end. 0 x 0 in (0 x 0 cm)
Estimate $600 - 800 Rs 50,400 - 67,200 Details	Winning bid $780 \| Rs 65,520 USD payment only. Why? (Inclusive of Buyers Premium)

Lot 14

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Dilip Chitre The Reasoning Vision: Jehangir Sabavala‘s Painterly Universe Dilip Chitre, The Reasoning Vision: Jehangir Sabavala's Painterly Universe, New Delhi: Tata McGraw-Hill Publishing, 1980 72 pages with 44 plates and a tipped-in frontispiece; original hardback with fine dust jacket 13.25 x 10.75 in (34 x 27 cm) A landmark monograph on the distinguished Indian modernist Jehangir Sabavala, authored by renowned poet and critic Dilip Chitre. The Reasoning Vision is both a scholarly and poetic exploration of Sabavala’s contemplative, structured, and luminous painterly universe. It situates his practice within the larger currents of 20th-century modernism while also acknowledging his distinct aesthetic rooted in solitude, order, and light. Lavishly illustrated with full-page colour reproductions, preparatory sketches, and archival images, the book also includes detailed commentary on Sabavala’s artistic techniques, thematic concerns, and philosophical underpinnings. Now out of print, this is the first and most authoritative critical study on Sabavala. A foundational reference for collectors and scholars of Indian modern art. 0 x 0 in (0 x 0 cm)
Estimate $500 - 700 Rs 42,000 - 58,800 Details	Winning bid $144 \| Rs 12,096 USD payment only. Why? (Inclusive of Buyers Premium)

Lot 15

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Geeta Kapur Contemporary Indian Art: An Exhibition of the Festival of India [With two posters of the Exhibition] Geeta Kapur, Contemporary Indian Art: An Exhibition of the Festival of India, London: Royal Academy of Arts, 1982 100 pages, 7-page introduction by Geeta Kapur. 44 artists covered. Each given 2-page space with portrait, 1 or 2 illustrations and biography; card covers 9.25 x 8.25 in (23.5 x 21 cm) This lot is accompanied by two original offset-printed exhibition posters issued with the show designed by Gopi Gajwani, printed by Thomson Press. Poster featuring Gulam Mohammed Sheikh's Returning Home. Another poster featuring Jagdish Swaminathan's Untitled (Mountain & Bird) These 2 posters are now scarce and considered collectible ephemera in their own right. Both are offset-printed on medium-weight paper, each measuring approximately 30 x 20 in (76 x 51 cm). 0 x 0 in (0 x 0 cm)
Estimate $200 - 300 Rs 16,800 - 25,200 Details	Winning bid $720 \| Rs 60,480 USD payment only. Why? (Inclusive of Buyers Premium)

Lot 28

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Ram Chatterji Untitled [Set of 2 Books on N S Bendre] a) Ram Chatterji, Bendre: The Painter and the Person, Bombay: The Bendre Foundation for Art and Culture and Indus Corporation, Circa 1990 pp. 64 + 46 plates + 3 pages of thumbnails of same; hardbound with dust jacket 10 x 10 in (25.5 x 25.5 cm) 0 x 0 in (0 x 0 cm)
Estimate $100 - 200 Rs 8,400 - 16,800 Details	Winning bid $144 \| Rs 12,096 USD payment only. Why? (Inclusive of Buyers Premium)

Lot 29

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Ranjit Hoskote and Pria Devi Untitled [A set of five books on Jehangir Sabavala] a) Ranjit Hoskote, Ricorso: Jehangir Sabavala 2006-2008, jointly published by Mumbai: Sakshi Gallery and London, New York: Aicon Gallery, 2008 About 100 pages; original hardbound 11.25 x 11.25 in (29 x 29 cm) b) Ranjit Hoskote, Pilgrim, Exile, Sorcerer, Bombay: Eminence Designs, 1998 184 pages and profusely illustrated with family photographs and paintings; original hardback 11 x 11 in (28 x 28 cm) 0 x 0 in (0 x 0 cm)
Estimate $500 - 700 Rs 42,000 - 58,800 Details	Winning bid $132 \| Rs 11,088 USD payment only. Why? (Inclusive of Buyers Premium)

Lot 30

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Multiple Authors Untitled [A set of 10 books on Amrita Sher-Gil] a) Vivan Sundaram, Geeta Kapur, G R Sheikh and K G Subramanyan, Amrita Sher-Gil Bombay: Marg Publications, March 1972 144 pages including 76 black and white photographic plates and 11 colour photographs; hardbound with dust jacket 12.25 x 9.5 in (31 x 24 cm) 0 x 0 in (0 x 0 cm)
Estimate $1,000 - 1,500 Rs 84,000 - 1,26,000 Details	Winning bid $1,080 \| Rs 90,720 USD payment only. Why? (Inclusive of Buyers Premium)

Lot 31

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Jacques Lassaigne (1911 - 1983) Untitled [An early Galerie Lara Vincy catalogue, together with a Christmas greeting card featuring a Raza lithograph] a) Jacques Lassaigne, Raza, Paris: Galerie Lara Vincy, 1958 Unpaginated [approx. 15 pages] including black-and-white and colour plates, some tipped-in; softcover, stapled wrappers 6.75 x 9.5 in (17 x 24.5 cm) Text in English and French. A rare and important catalogue from Raza’s solo exhibition held at Galerie Lara Vincy, Paris, in 1958. Featuring a critical bilingual essay by noted French art historian Jacques Lassaigne, the publication contextualizes Raza’s evolving style during his early Paris period. The catalogue includes several high-quality plates, with some works presented as tipped-in reproductions, underscoring the gallery’s commitment to showcasing the artist’s vibrant abstract language. This publication marks a pivotal moment in Raza’s international trajectory, capturing his early transition from expressionist landscapes toward a more formal abstraction influenced by the Parisian art scene. 0 x 0 in (0 x 0 cm)
Estimate $600 - 800 Rs 50,400 - 67,200 Details	Winning bid $504 \| Rs 42,336 USD payment only. Why? (Inclusive of Buyers Premium)

Lot 32

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Anonymous Untitled [A set of four Gallery One catalogues on F N Souza] a) Souza 57, London: Gallery One, 1957 20 pages, including a 2-page biographical note. Illustrated with 12 full-page black and white reproductions of paintings and 1 black and white portrait of the artist; original stapled pink printed wrappers 9 x 6 in (23 x 15 cm) Early and scarce exhibition catalogue published by Gallery One, London, for a solo exhibition of F. N. Souza in 1957. Illustrated with 12 full-page black and white reproductions of paintings, along with a black and white portrait of the artist. Includes a two-page biographical note. An important document of Souza's early years in the British art scene, capturing his raw expressionist idiom and the beginnings of his international acclaim. 0 x 0 in (0 x 0 cm)
Estimate $800 - 1,000 Rs 67,200 - 84,000 Details	Winning bid $1,320 \| Rs 1,10,880 USD payment only. Why? (Inclusive of Buyers Premium)

Lot 33

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Multiple Authors Untitled [A collection of six illustrated books with covers designed by S H Raza] Untitled [Collection of Six Illustrated Book Covers by S H Raza], Paris: Club du Livre de France, 1955 Each book is a hardbound with an illustration by S H Raza,Text in French. Limited editions. 8 x 5.5 in (20 x 14 cm) each Selma Lagerlöf, La charrette fantôme Collection les beaux romans Edition: No. 2971 of 3000 A classic Swedish tale, richly illustrated by Raza, capturing the haunting atmosphere of the narrative. Prosper Merimee, Colomba Edition: No. 494 of 3000 Raza's illustrations complement Mérimée's Corsican novella, enhancing its themes of honor and revenge. Comte de Gobineau, Le Prisonnier Chanceux Edition: No. 224 of 3000 This adventurous tale is brought to life through Raza's dynamic illustrations, reflecting the protagonist's journey. Ferreira de Castro, Forêt Vierge Edition: No. 1493 of 3000 Raza's artwork vividly portrays the lush Amazonian backdrop of this novel, emphasizing the interplay between man and nature. Henri Troyat, Grandeur Nature Edition: No. 79 of 3100 The psychological depth of Troyat's narrative is mirrored in Raza's expressive illustrations. Maurice Donnay, La Reine Margot Edition: No. 136 of 2900 Raza's depictions of 16th-century France add a visual richness to Donnay's dramatization of Queen Margot's life. 0 x 0 in (0 x 0 cm)
Estimate $600 - 800 Rs 50,400 - 67,200 Details	Winning bid $720 \| Rs 60,480 USD payment only. Why? (Inclusive of Buyers Premium)

Lot 48

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Edwin Mullins (b.1933) Untitled [A set of two catalogues and a magazine article on F N Souza] a) Edwin Mullins, The Human and the Divine Predicament: New Paintings by F N Souza, London: Grosvenor Gallery, 1964 13 pages with 11 black and white plates of his works; Softcover, stapled wrappers 8 x 8.25 in (20 x 21 cm) Published on the occasion of F N Souza’s major solo exhibition at Grosvenor Gallery, London, from 31 March to 25 April 1964, this catalogue features an extended essay by art critic Edwin Mullins, who explores Souza’s continuing engagement with themes of religious iconography, sexuality, violence, and human fallibility. The essay provides an in-depth critical lens on Souza’s powerful and provocative visual language during this significant phase of his London period. The publication is illustrated with black-and-white reproductions of Souza’s recent paintings, reflecting his bold handling of line, distortion, and symbolism. The title itself encapsulates Souza’s existential exploration of man’s place in a fractured spiritual and social world. A rare and important exhibition document capturing Souza’s evolving practice and critical reception in post-war Britain. Increasingly scarce in collectible condition. 0 x 0 in (0 x 0 cm)
Estimate $500 - 700 Rs 42,000 - 58,800 Details	Winning bid $240 \| Rs 20,160 USD payment only. Why? (Inclusive of Buyers Premium)

Lot 49

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Multiple Authors Untitled [A set of nine books on F N Souza] a) Souza in the Forties, New Delhi: Dhoomimal Gallery, 1983 20 pages, including covers, which have 57 black and white images of paintings. Introduction by Jag Mohan. Text has a self-portrait by Souza dated 1982; stapled stiff wrappers 11.25 x 8.5 in (28.5 x 21.5 cm) A rare retrospective exhibition of the paintings and drawings done by Francis Newton Souza during the forties b) Drawing the Essence, New Delhi: Dhoomimal Gallery, 2005 31 pages; softcover 9.25 x 8.25 in (23.5 x 21 cm) It was a compendium of pieces from a winter 2005 exhibition that brought the trainees and masters together. It features a variety of drawings from the Ravi Jain International Centre for Arts and is a democratic collection that has not adhered to any one theme. 0 x 0 in (0 x 0 cm)
Estimate $500 - 700 Rs 42,000 - 58,800 Details	Winning bid $1,200 \| Rs 1,00,800 USD payment only. Why? (Inclusive of Buyers Premium)

Lot 50

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Raymond Cogniat and Paule Gauthier Untitled [A set of 2 books on S H Raza] a) Raymond Cogniat, Le Peinture: Les Jeux Sont Faits, Paris: Prisme des Arts, no. 11, 1957 52 pages; paperback 10.75 x 8.25 in (27 x 21 cm) In this issue of Prisme des Arts, renowned French art critic and historian Raymond Cogniat explores the philosophical and aesthetic dimensions of modern painting under the evocative title Les Jeux Sont Faits ("The Dice Are Cast"). The work serves as a meditation on the role of chance, fate, and choice in the creative process, drawing connections between contemporary movements and classical themes. The catalogue has a group photograph with S H Raza in it. 0 x 0 in (0 x 0 cm)
Estimate $500 - 700 Rs 42,000 - 58,800 Details	Winning bid $84 \| Rs 7,056 USD payment only. Why? (Inclusive of Buyers Premium)

Lot 51

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Anonymous Untitled [A set of two books on George Keyt] a) George Keyt: A Centennial Anthology, Colombo: George Keyt Foundation, April 2001 pp. xiv + 184 pages including writings on and by Keyt, a portfolio of paintings [pp. 57-110], memorabilia, a bio-bibliography [1923-1988], murals, an essay by his daughter Diana Keyt, obituaries, etc.; bound in Bangladeshi jute with Keyt’s signatures blown up and printed on the cover in black and with a fine dust jacket. 12.25 x 11.5 in (31 x 29 cm) Published by the George Keyt Foundation to mark the centenary of Sri Lanka’s most celebrated modernist painter, this handsome volume brings together critical essays, archival photographs, and a comprehensive visual survey of George Keyt’s oeuvre. The anthology spans Keyt’s stylistic evolution—from his early figurative explorations influenced by Indian and Buddhist iconography to his mature cubist-inflected idiom. 0 x 0 in (0 x 0 cm)
Estimate $300 - 400 Rs 25,200 - 33,600 Details	Winning bid $192 \| Rs 16,128 USD payment only. Why? (Inclusive of Buyers Premium)

Lot 52

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Rasheed Arareen and Gayatri Sinha Untitled [A set of two books on Modern and Contemporary Art] a) Rasheed Arareen, The other story : Afro-Asian artists in post-war Britain, London: Hayward Gallery, Southbank Centre, 1989 158 pages; softcover with French flaps 11 x 9.75 in (28 x 25 cm) A very nice copy of this seminal exhibition at Hayward Gallery, London, 29 November 1989 to 4 February 1990; Wolverhampton Art Gallery, 10 March to 22 April 1990; and Manchester City Art Gallery and Cornerhouse, 5 May to 10 June 1990—devised and selected by artist, writer, editor, and curator Rasheed Araeen—celebrated the contribution of artists from Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean to art in post-war Britain and to modernism. 0 x 0 in (0 x 0 cm)
Estimate $200 - 300 Rs 16,800 - 25,200 Details	Winning bid $204 \| Rs 17,136 USD payment only. Why? (Inclusive of Buyers Premium)

Lot 66

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Anonymous Untitled [Set of two catalogues on S H Raza and F N Souza, one on each artist] a) Transferences, London: Zwemmer Gallery, June–July 1958 Unpaginated, illustrated with black-and-white reproductions; softcover 11 x 5 in (28 x 13 cm) Transferences was a landmark exhibition showcasing the works of Commonwealth artists, including prominent Indian painters S H Raza and F N Souza. The exhibition featured a diverse group of artists such as Sidney Nolan, Albert Tucker, Paul-Émile Borduas, Jean-Paul Riopelle, John Coplans, Denis Bowen, and Maud Sumner, among others. The catalogue includes black-and-white reproductions of selected works and provides insights into the artists' contributions to the evolving landscape of abstract and modern art within the Commonwealth. Notably, this exhibition is considered to have inspired the establishment of the Commonwealth Biennale of Abstract Art, first held at the Commonwealth Institute in 1963. This catalogue represents a significant moment in the international recognition of modern Indian art. The inclusion of Raza and Souza highlights their pivotal roles in the global abstract art movement during the mid-20th century. The exhibition's influence extended beyond its immediate presentation, contributing to the broader discourse on Commonwealth artists' contributions to modern art.? 0 x 0 in (0 x 0 cm)
Estimate $400 - 600 Rs 33,600 - 50,400 Details	Winning bid $114 \| Rs 9,576 USD payment only. Why? (Inclusive of Buyers Premium)

Lot 67

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Multiple Authors Untitled [A set of five rare books on Rabindranath Tagore, M F Husain, Akbar Padamsee, and H A Gade] a) Ray Monk and Andrew Robinson, Rabindranath Tagore - A Celebration of his Life and Work, Rabindranath Tagore Festival Committee, 1986 80 pages; paperback in colour printed stiff card covers 10.75 x 8.25 in (27.5 x 21 cm) Published as part of the Rabindranath Tagore Festival celebrations at Museum of Modern Art at Oxford, this volume pays tribute to the life and work of the iconic poet, philosopher, and polymath Rabindranath Tagore. The book brings together an assortment of essays, reflections, and visual reproductions celebrating his literary achievements, artistic contributions, and enduring cultural impact. It was created to commemorate Tagore’s contributions to literature, music, and the arts, marking the centenary of his Nobel Prize in 1913. 0 x 0 in (0 x 0 cm)
Estimate $300 - 400 Rs 25,200 - 33,600 Details	Winning bid $1,080 \| Rs 90,720 USD payment only. Why? (Inclusive of Buyers Premium)

Lot 68

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Multiple Authors Untitled [A set of 10 books on S H Raza] a) Michel Imbert, Raza: An introduction to his Painting, Noida: Rainbow Publishers, 2003 144 pages including 13 colour plates and 2 black and white plates and text in both English and French; hardbound with dust jacket 10 x 7.5 in (25 x 19 cm) b) Sayed Haider Raza: Peintures Récentes, Paris: Galerie Patrice Trigano, 2010 Exhibition catalogue of the show from October 21, 2010, to December 4, 2010 8.25 x 8.25 in (21 x 21 cm) 0 x 0 in (0 x 0 cm)
Estimate $800 - 1,000 Rs 67,200 - 84,000 Details	Winning bid $1,200 \| Rs 1,00,800 USD payment only. Why? (Inclusive of Buyers Premium)

Lot 69

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Rudolf von Leyden (1908 - 1983) Raza Rudolf von Leyden, Raza, Bombay: Sadanga Publications, 1959 20 pages, including 14 plates of which 5 are tipped in colour plates; paperback 10.5 x 8.75 in (27 x 22.5 cm) An early and significant monograph on Sayed Haider Raza, authored by German-born art historian and critic Rudolf von Leyden, who was a key figure in documenting the development of post-Independence Indian modernism. Published by Sadanga Publications, Bombay, in 1959, this title was among the first standalone studies dedicated to Raza's work. The publication includes a critical essay on Raza’s evolving practice during his formative years in Paris, alongside reproductions of his paintings that trace his transition from expressionistic landscapes to early geometric abstraction. This monograph is considered a foundational reference in early Raza scholarship and is increasingly scarce, especially in well-preserved condition. 0 x 0 in (0 x 0 cm)
Estimate $400 - 600 Rs 33,600 - 50,400 Details	Winning bid $1,080 \| Rs 90,720 USD payment only. Why? (Inclusive of Buyers Premium)

Lot 70

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Waldemar George (1893 - 1970) Raza: Peintures et Gouaches Waldemar George, Raza: Peintures et Gouaches, Montreal: Galerie Dresdnere, 5–19 May 1959 unpaginated; softcover 10.5 x 8.25 in (27 x 21 cm) This catalogue accompanied the 1959 exhibition Raza: Peintures et Gouaches at Galerie Dresdnere in Montreal, showcasing a selection of S H Raza's paintings and gouaches. The exhibition marked one of Raza's early introductions to the North American art scene, following his critical acclaim in Europe, including receiving the prestigious Prix de la Critique in 1956. The catalogue features an essay by art critic Waldemar George, providing insights into Raza's artistic evolution and his exploration of abstraction during his Paris years. Illustrations of selected works are included, highlighting Raza's transition from representational landscapes to more abstract compositions that emphasize color and form.? This exhibition and its accompanying catalogue represent a significant moment in Raza's international career, reflecting his growing recognition beyond Europe. The collaboration with Galerie Dresdnere and the inclusion of an essay by Waldemar George underscore the importance of this event in promoting modern Indian art on a global stage. 0 x 0 in (0 x 0 cm)
Estimate $300 - 400 Rs 25,200 - 33,600 Details	Winning bid $1,140 \| Rs 95,760 USD payment only. Why? (Inclusive of Buyers Premium)

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