Kolkata on November 19th, 2024
Presented by Sarala and Bishwajit Banerjee of Artworld, Chennai, with a Book Launch and Guest of Honour Riccardo Dalla CostaConsul General of Italy
Kolkata, November 19th 2024: Artworld, a Chennai based art Gallery, is honored to present a landmark retrospective of internationally acclaimed artist Amitabh Sengupta, opening on November 19th 2024. This exhibition, presented by Sarala and Bishwajit Banerjee of Artworld, Chennai, is a traveling retrospective that will be held at the Birla Academy of Art and Culture in Kolkata on November 19th, 2024, and conclude at Bikaner House, New Delhi, on February 7th, 2024. The opening night in Kolkata will also feature the launch of a comprehensive book on Sengupta’s life and work, with Riccardo Dalla Costa Consul General of Italy as Guest of Honour.
Born in 1941, Amitabh Sengupta’s career spans over six decades, during which he has gained global recognition for his abstract works that draw from both European modernism and his cross-cultural experiences. After studying at the prestigious École des Beaux-Arts in Paris from 1966 to 1971, Sengupta exhibited widely in Paris throughout the 1970s and 1980s. His work from this period reflects his deep engagement with abstraction and symbolism. During his time in Nigeria, Sengupta exhibited at the National Museum in Lagos, merging modern abstraction with African cultural motifs.
In the 1990s, Sengupta returned to India, where he became a key figure in the Indian art scene, holding major solo exhibitions at esteemed venues such as the Jehangir Art Gallery in Mumbai, the Birla Academy of Art & Culture in Kolkata, and Artworld Sarala’s Centre in Chennai. His works have also been featured in international exhibitions across New York, London, and Tokyo, reflecting his global appeal.
The ongoing retrospective (2023-2024) is a celebration of Sengupta’s prolific six-decade journey, providing a comprehensive look at his evolving artistic style, from early European modernist influences to more recent explorations of abstraction, symbolism, and human emotion. The retrospective showcasesworksacross various mediums, including painting, digital art, and video installations, illustrating Sengupta’s enduring ability to innovate and evolve.
Exhibition Details:
Venue: Birla Academy of Art and Culture, Kolkata
Opening Date: November 19th, 2024
Other Tour Stops: Birla Academy of Art and Culture, Kolkata (November 19th, 2024); Bikaner House, New Delhi (February 7th, 2024)
Book Launch & Guest of Honour: Riccardo Dalla Costa Consul General of Italy
About Amitabh Sengupta:
Amitabh Sengupta is a renowned artist whose career has spanned over six decades. Educated at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris, he has held major exhibitions across the world, including in Paris, Nigeria, India, and New York. His work reflects a unique blend of abstraction and cross-cultural symbolism, making him a pivotal figure in modern and contemporary art.
For more information, please contact:
Artworld,Chennai
Phone: Sarala Banerjee +91 9840850839]
Email: artworldchennai@gmail.com]
Website: [artworldindia.com]
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This press release integrates all the key details, including Sengupta’s global exhibitions, his contributions to the art world, and the structure of the retrospective tour.
