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NGMA Talk Addresses Controversy Around Raja Ravi Varma’s Ravana Painting

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The National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA), New Delhi, hosted a compelling talk titled “Raja Ravi Varma’s Ravana: Conflict and Controversy” on 29 April 2026 at Jaipur House. The event brought together art history, law, and cultural discourse to revisit one of India’s most discussed artists through a lesser-explored lens—his depiction of Ravana. Held under […]

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11 Iconic Works of Raja Ravi Varma, the Father of Modern Indian Art

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Smriti Malhotra Raja Ravi Varma, was born on 29 April 1848  to an aristocratic family in Kilimanoor, Kerala and was a self-taught artist who was commissioned often to make portraits of Indian Royalty. He is known for his work portraits and depiction of Indian women and depiction of particularly poignant scenes from Indian mythology. He

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Ravi Varma’s Masterpiece Sets New World Record at Auction & Sells for 167 Crore

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Yashoda milks a cow, while an infant Krishna hugs her, painting by Raja Ravi Varma

In a landmark moment for the Indian art market, Raja Ravi Varma’s oil masterpiece Yashoda and Krishna sold for Rs 167.20 crores (approximately $17.97 million) at Saffronart’s Spring Live Auction in Mumbai on April 1, establishing a new global record for the highest value achieved by a work of South Asian art ever sold at auction. The

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Legacy of Raja Ravi Varma Paintings in Contemporary Culture

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Raja Ravi Varma’s Paintings Raja Ravi Varma has been the most celebrated artist in India for the last two centuries. Ravi Varma creates or fulfils the people’s imagination concerning their God and Goddess. The story of the Raja Ravi Varma paintings is a mesmerising episode of Indian art history and at the same time, it

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Maestro of Corollary Mythologies Surendran Nair Wins Prestigious Raja Ravi Varma Award 2022

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Surendran Nair, recipient of the prestigious Raja Ravi Varma Award for 2022, is a distinguished artist whose exceptional contributions to the field of painting have garnered recognition from the Department of Culture. Born in 1956 in Onakkoor, Kerala, Nair’s artistic journey began as a college student, where he transitioned from a botany course to an

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Chief Minister Inaugurates Raja Ravi Varma Art Gallery to Celebrate the Artist’s Legacy

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Introduction In a momentous occasion for art enthusiasts and history buffs, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurated the Raja Ravi Varma Art Gallery on the premises of the Napier Museum on Monday. This new addition to Kerala’s cultural landscape is not just a tribute to one of India’s foremost artists, but it also boasts the largest

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Inauguration of the Raja Ravi Varma Art Gallery: A Tribute to a Renowned Artist

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A Dream Realised The vibrant art scene of Kerala is about to receive a significant addition with the inauguration of the Raja Ravi Varma Art Gallery. The art gallery, dedicated to the iconic artist Raja Ravi Varma, is set to be officially opened by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on 25 Sep, 2023. This two-storey air-conditioned

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Timeless Artistry Meets Luxury: Jaipur Company Present Luxury Raja Ravi Varma Watch Collection

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Raja Ravi Varma’s legacy as a painter who transformed Indian worship is definite, and nowadays, we glorify the memory of legendary artists in a different tone and fashion. Ravi Varma brought Indian mythology to life through the Ravi Varma Press, democratizing art and making Gods and Goddesses a part of every Indian household. Raja Ravi

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Raja Ravi Varma’s Paintings That Have Been Making the Rounds in Auctions Recently

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Tsuktiben Jamir He is by far India’s most well-known painter and artist. Even in the most rural villages, prints and copies of his paintings may be found adorning the walls of homes. Unfortunately, in many cases, people are not familiar with the artist’s name. Raja Ravi Varma (29th April 1848- 2nd October 1906) was an

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