London: The Indian art season in London kicked off with a special exhibition showcasing Tina and Anil Ambani's private collection for the very first time.
For the very first time, Tina and Anil Ambani are showcasing a part of their private art collection at Christie's in London.
The 3-day exhibition, which opens for the public on Saturday, has 32 works from masters such as Tyeb Mehta, Raza and contemporary names like Atul Dodiya, Jitish Kallat and Riyas Komu.
Tina Ambani says, “Showcasing my collection is generally out of my comfort zone but looking at the larger vision of harmony I think I have a larger responsibility to the art world.”
“Also with prices going so high, people are very scared and apprehensive they think they have to buy expensive work which is a myth. I started collecting at a young age and I wanted to put my story forward,” she added.
While the Ambani's collection is strictly 'for viewing only'! there are 12 works from the Harmony Art Foundation, which will be auctioned as part of Christie's South Asian Modern and Contemporary Art sale next week.
The highlights include works by Francis Newton Souza, HG Arunkumar's sculptures 'Toys' and this unusual work by Subodh Gupta, which has nearly 2 tonnes of steel utencils! The sale is expected to raise about £3.5 million. But, the patron says, it’s not about the money.
Tina Ambani says, “I'll be very happy if they sell well, but that's not the idea.”
While the premier Ambani Art show is taking place in London, we hope there will be one in India soon too.
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