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Raja Ravi Varma's Yashoda and Krishna Achieves $17.9 Million at Auction
The sale of Yashoda and Krishna, a 19th-century painting by Raja Ravi Varma, marks a significant milestone in Indian art, surpassing the previous record set by an MF Husain piece.
Editorial Staff
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The recent auction of Yashoda and Krishna, created by Raja Ravi Varma, has set a new benchmark in the Indian art market with a sale price of $17.9 million.
This transaction not only highlights the increasing valuation of Indian artworks but also indicates a shift in market dynamics, as it eclipses the previous record held by an MF Husain painting.
The implications of this sale extend beyond mere financial metrics, suggesting a growing recognition of historical Indian artists within the global art infrastructure.