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 - Reba Hore - Works on Paper and Books
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Reba Hore (1926 - 2008)

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Signed in Bengali (lower left)
Pastel on paper
10.25 x 14.25 in (26 x 36.5 cm)

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Signed in Bengali (lower left)
Pastel on paper
10.5 x 14.25 in (26.5 x 36 cm)

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Untitled - Avinash Chandra - Works on Paper and Books
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Avinash Chandra (1931 - 1991)

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Ink and watercolour on paper
10.75 x 30 in (27 x 76.5 cm)

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Untitled - Mithu Sen - Works on Paper and Books
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Mithu Sen (b.1971)

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Collage, watercolour and felt tip pen on paper
29.5 x 22 in (75 x 56 cm)

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Untitled - Phaneendra Nath Chaturvedi - Works on Paper and Books
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Untitled
Pencil and watercolour on paper
28 x 39 in (71 x 99 cm)

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Untitled - Ompal Sansanwal - Works on Paper and Books
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Ompal Sansanwal (b.1964)

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Watercolour on paper pasted on mount board
22.5 x 30 in (57 x 76 cm)

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Untitled [Set of two catalogues on S H Raza and F N Souza, one on each artist] -  Anonymous - Works on Paper and Books
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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.?

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Untitled [A set of five rare books on Rabindranath Tagore, M F Husain, Akbar Padamsee, and H A Gade]  - Multiple Authors - Works on Paper and Books
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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.

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Untitled [A set of 10 books on S H Raza] - Multiple Authors - Works on Paper and Books
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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)

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Raza - Rudolf von Leyden - Works on Paper and Books
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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.

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Raza: Peintures et Gouaches - Waldemar George - Works on Paper and Books
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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.

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