Grosvenor Gallery is pleased to be returning for the second edition of Art Mumbai from 14 – 17 November 2024.
From booth 7, we will be showing works by Jethro Buck, Elisabeth Deane, Shanti Panchal, Senaka Senanayake, Francesco Clemente, F.N. Souza and S.H. Raza, amongst others.
Further details:
This year we are bringing two important paintings to Mumbai; one by Francesco Clemente and another by Sayed Haider Raza. Francesco Clemente's Indian influence, particularly through his engagement with Kalighat painting, is a significant aspect of his work. Clemente’s deep connection with India began in the 1970s when he traveled extensively through the country, absorbing its spiritual and artistic traditions. The Kalighat style, with its directness, rhythmic lines, and focus on the human figure, resonated with Clemente’s interest in both spirituality and the human body. He adopted some of its visual qualities, such as stylized figures, flattened perspectives, and symbolic use of color, integrating them into his own work.
Clemente's Indian-inspired works also reflect his engagement with Hindu philosophy, tantric imagery, and the spiritual iconography of India, blending it with his own European artistic sensibilities. His incorporation of Kalighat elements highlights his fascination with the synthesis of Eastern and Western traditions, as he constantly sought to bridge different cultural and aesthetic worlds. This cross-cultural exchange became a hallmark of his work, making him a key figure in contemporary art who successfully merged global influences. Clemente's works are held in major museums worldwide, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and the Centre Pompidou in Paris. Today, he continues to live and work between New York and Varanasi, India, blending Eastern and Western traditions in his art.
Amar Jiva, (2001) by Sayed Haider Raza is one of the largest paintings done by the artist and was painted in Paris while he was living there. This work was subsequently exhibited in London where it was acquired by a private collector. This is the first time this painting is being offered for sale in India.
We are also showing work contemporary artists including Jethro Buck (b. 1986), who we will be exhibiting for the first time. Jethro is renowned for his intricate paintings inspired by traditional Indian miniature art and his deep connection to nature and spirituality, featuring detailed depictions of trees, plants, and landscapes with a meditative quality. Buck studied Fine Art at Falmouth University and later trained in the ancient techniques of Indian miniature painting under master painters in Jaipur, Rajasthan, immersing himself in the meticulous and symbolic craft of this tradition. Buck’s artistic process reflects his dedication to craftsmanship, employing natural pigments, handmade paper, and fine brushes to achieve a remarkable level of detail and precision. He has exhibited his work in both the UK and internationally, and his art reflects a bridge between the past and present, blending Indian artistic heritage with contemporary concerns.
Elisabeth Deane (b. 1985) is a British contemporary artist known for her work that explores themes of spirituality, nature, and interconnectedness. Her work reflects a deep engagement with the natural world, often focusing on organic forms, landscapes, and abstract representations of nature's cycles and energy. She creates immersive, meditative spaces that evoke a sense of calm and contemplation, blending traditional techniques with modern abstraction.
Shanti Panchal (b. 1951) is a British-Indian artist known for his unique watercolor technique. Panchal's work often features contemplative figures and explores themes of migration, identity, and human relationships. He studied at the Sir J.J. School of Art in Mumbai before moving to the UK in 1978, where he has since built his career. Panchal’s watercolors are characterized by earthy tones and layered washes, giving his paintings a textured, fresco-like quality. His work is deeply influenced by his Indian heritage, yet it also engages with the emotional complexities of the immigrant experience. He has exhibited widely in the UK and internationally. We are bringing three works by the artist after a very successful exhibition last year at the gallery.
Senaka Senanayake (b. 1951) is a renowned Sri Lankan contemporary artist, born in Colombo, Sri Lanka. He is celebrated for his vibrant, large-scale paintings that often depict lush tropical rainforests, wildlife, and the rich biodiversity of his homeland. His work focuses on environmental themes, particularly the urgent need for conservation, reflecting his deep concern for the destruction of natural habitats. A child prodigy, Senanayake held his first solo exhibition at the age of 10 and later studied art at Yale University, where he further honed his style. His paintings are known for their vivid colours, intricate detail, and almost surreal portrayal of nature, creating immersive, dreamlike environments. Through his art, Senanayake blends elements of realism with a stylized, expressive approach, capturing both the beauty and fragility of nature.
He has exhibited his work internationally, and his art is recognized for raising awareness about environmental preservation and the importance of protecting endangered species. Senanayake continues to be a leading figure in the Sri Lankan art scene, with his works widely collected around the world.
We will be exhibiting his new paintings as a parallel exhibition from 10-17 November at Snowball Studios, Mumbai. In Search of the Purple Orchid: New Work by Senaka Senanayake
