A new exhibition at the DAG gallery in Delhi, titled Destination India: Foreign Artists in India 1857-1947, showcases over 90 works by 40 artists from 12 countries, focusing on representations of India by foreign artists during the colonial era. The exhibition features artworks that depict common people and street scenes, providing a unique perspective on life in India during that time.
The exhibition includes works by renowned artists such as Hiroshi Yoshida from Japan, Eric Kips from Germany, and Hugo Vilfred Pedersen from Denmark, who visited India and created artworks inspired by the country. These artists were more interested in capturing everyday life in India, rather than focusing solely on grand monuments and landscapes.
Some of the notable works in the exhibition include A Fruit Vendor, India by British artist Carlton Alfred Smith, Benares by Dutch painter Marius Bauer, and Jaunpur by English artist Charles William Bartlett. These artworks highlight the diverse experiences and perspectives of foreign artists who visited India during the colonial period.
Curated by art historian Giles Tillotson, the exhibition aims to shed light on a lesser-known chapter of Indian history through the eyes of foreign artists who sought to capture the essence of everyday life in India. The artworks displayed at Destination India challenge traditional narratives and showcase a modern sensibility in depicting street scenes and common people in a country under colonial rule.
Destination India: Foreign Artists in India 1857-1947 is open to the public at the DAG gallery in Delhi from July 13 to August 24 and offers a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of art, history, and culture through the lens of foreign artists who found inspiration in India during the colonial era.
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