
In The Coconut Groves
1993
A vibrant and intimate scene rendered in Bhupen Khakhar's characteristically naive and folk-inspired style, depicting figures nestled among lush coconut groves in warm, saturated hues. The unconventional use of printed cloth as a support adds a tactile, domestic quality to the work, blurring the boundaries between fine art and everyday material culture. Khakhar's signature blend of personal narrative, Indian vernacular traditions, and playful figuration infuses the tropical landscape with a sense of quiet intimacy and gentle eroticism.
- Medium
- Oil on printed cloth with a cushion backing laid on board
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Sotheby's
🔨 Auction Lot
Modern & Contemporary South Asian Art
March 16, 2020
Estimate: $200,000 – $300,000
Lot 66
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