Krishnaji Howlaji Ara Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Krishnaji Howlaji Ara Art Value Price Guide

Apr. 05, 2025
SIGNED KH ARA INDIAN FEMALE NUDE ACRYLIC PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Acrylic on canvas painting signed Ara in the lower right. Krishnaji Howlaji Ara, also referred to as K.H. Ara, 1914 to 1985, an Indian painter, member of the Progressive Artists Group in Bombay and founder of the Artists Centre in Mumbai. The artwork depicts a nude woman in interior scenery. Undated. Unframed. Collectible Fine Art, Southeast Asian Artists, Indian Modernism.
Antique Arena Inc
Mar. 29, 2025
INDIAN STILL LIFE PAINTING BY KRISHNAJI H. ARA
Est: $100 - $150
Krishnaji Howlaji Ara, Indian, 1914 to 1985, oil painting on canvas depicting a still life composition titled By The Window. Signed by the artist lower left. Additionally inscribed to the back. Framed. Krishnaji H. Ara was a painter and is seen as the first contemporary Indian painter to meticulously use the female nude as a subject. He was a part of the Progressive Artists Group in Bombay and was a founder of the Artists Centre in Mumbai. Indian Still Life Paintings And Art Collectibles. LOT CONDITION & DESCRIPTION: All items are sold "as is". The auction house does not warrant authenticity on any specific piece. THERE ARE NO RETURNS. We can only offer an opinion and the material facts about the item. It is up to the buyer to determine authenticity before bidding and purchasing an item. If we state facts about gold or silver content or weight, it is sold as fact... All in-house shipping will be handled by our partner company ShippingTec in. As soon as your auction invoice will be paid, ShippingTec Inc. will send you a shipping invoice. You are not obligated to arrange shipping through ShippingTec Inc., below is our other suggested shipper's list ShippingTec (718) 280-1774 [email protected] The Packengers: 929.339.2223, [email protected] www.thepackengers.com/en Global Transit Group LLC., 7184491971 Attn: Russell [email protected] ProPacking shipping Inc., 201-562-6131 Attn: Paul [email protected] New Century Express: 718.637.9988 [email protected] Art Way Inc: 718.809.0732, [email protected] www.artwayinc.com
Antique Arena Inc
Mar. 19, 2025
KRISHNAJI HOWLAJI ARA (1914-1985). Untitled (Bathing Gopis). oil on canvas6
Est: $70,000 - $100,000
KRISHNAJI HOWLAJI ARA (1914-1985). Untitled (Bathing Gopis). oil on canvas60 x 47 in. (152.4 x 119.4 cm.).
Christie's
Mar. 16, 2025
ATTR TO KH ARA INDIAN STILL LIFE WATERCOLOR PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Watercolor on paper painting. Attributed to Krishnaji Howlaji Ara, also referred to as K.H. Ara, 1914 to 1985, an Indian painter, member of the Progressive Artists Group in Bombay and founder of the Artists Centre in Mumbai. The artwork is a still life with a flower bouquet. Ca. 1940s. Signed in the lower right. Framed. Collectible Graphic Art, Southeast Asian Artists.
Antique Arena Inc
Mar. 08, 2025
MODERN INDIAN FLORAL MIXED MEDIA PAINTING SIGNED ARA
Est: $100 - $150
A mixed media painting on paper depicting a still life with flowers. Signed, Ara, lower right. Krishnaji Howlaji Ara, Indian, 1914 to 1985, was a part of the Progressive Artists Group in Bombay and was a founder of the Artists Centre in Mumbai. Oriental Fine Art, Landscape Paintings. One of a kind artwork. LOT CONDITION & DESCRIPTION: All items are sold "as is". The auction house does not warrant authenticity on any specific piece. THERE ARE NO RETURNS. We can only offer an opinion and the material facts about the item. It is up to the buyer to determine authenticity before bidding and purchasing an item. If we state facts about gold or silver content or weight, it is sold as fact...
Antique Arena Inc
Mar. 01, 2025
INDIAN STILL LIFE PAINTING BY KRISHNAJI H. ARA
Est: $100 - $150
Krishnaji Howlaji Ara, Indian, 1914 to 1985, oil painting on canvas depicting a still life composition titled By The Window. Signed by the artist lower left. Additionally inscribed to the back. Framed. Krishnaji H. Ara was a painter and is seen as the first contemporary Indian painter to meticulously use the female nude as a subject. He was a part of the Progressive Artists Group in Bombay and was a founder of the Artists Centre in Mumbai. Indian Still Life Paintings And Art Collectibles.
Antique Arena Inc
Feb. 22, 2025
INDIAN KRISHNAJI HOWLAJI ARA OIL LANDSCAPE PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Krishnaji Howlaji Ara, Indian, 1914 to 1985, oil painting on canvas depicting a rural landscape, 1962. Signed lower right. Additionally inscribed to the back. Framed. Krishnaji H. Ara was a part of the Progressive Artists Group in Bombay and was a founder of the Artists Centre in Mumbai. Oriental Fine Art, Landscape Paintings. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Feb. 16, 2025
MODERN INDIAN PAINTING ATTR KRISHNAJI HOWLAJI ARA
Est: $100 - $150
Attributed to Krishnaji Howlaji Ara, Indian, 1914 to 1985, an oil painting on paper depicting a female nude. Signed lower left. Krishnaji Howlaji Ara was a painter and is seen as the first contemporary Indian painter to meticulously use the female nude as a subject. He was a part of the Progressive Artists Group in Bombay and was a founder of the Artists Centre in Mumbai. Modern Indian Paintings And Art Collectibles.
Antique Arena Inc
Feb. 08, 2025
K H ARA MANNER MODERN INDIAN STILL LIFE OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
An oil painting on canvas depicting a still life with flowers in the manner of Krishnaji Howlaji Ara, also referred to as K.H. Ara, Indian, 1914 to 1985. Signed, Ara, lower right. Krishnaji Howlaji Ara was an Indian painter and is seen as the first contemporary Indian painter to meticulously use the female nude as a subject. He was a part of the Progressive Artists Group in Bombay and was a founder of the Artists Centre in Mumbai. Modern Indian Fine Art, Floral Paintings, and Collectibles. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Dec. 21, 2024
MODERN INDIAN PAINTING ATTR KRISHNAJI HOWLAJI ARA
Est: $100 - $150
Attributed to Krishnaji Howlaji Ara, Indian, 1914 to 1985, an oil painting on paper depicting a female nude. Signed lower left. Krishnaji Howlaji Ara was a painter and is seen as the first contemporary Indian painter to meticulously use the female nude as a subject. He was a part of the Progressive Artists Group in Bombay and was a founder of the Artists Centre in Mumbai. Modern Indian Paintings And Art Collectibles.
Antique Arena Inc
Dec. 10, 2024
Krishna Hawlaji Ara (1914-1985) Untitled (Still life)
Est: £8,000 - £12,000
Krishna Hawlaji Ara (1914-1985) Untitled (Still life) signed 'Ara' lower right gouache on paper, framed 75.7 x 55cm (29 13/16 x 21 5/8in).
Bonhams
Dec. 10, 2024
Krishna Hawlaji Ara (1914-1985) Untitled (Still Life)
Est: £8,000 - £12,000
Krishna Hawlaji Ara (1914-1985) Untitled (Still Life) signed 'Ara' lower left gouache on paper, framed 53.6 x 73.5cm (21 1/8 x 28 15/16in).
Bonhams
Nov. 23, 2024
INDIAN STILL LIFE PAINTING BY KRISHNAJI H. ARA
Est: $100 - $150
Krishnaji Howlaji Ara, Indian, 1914 to 1985, oil painting on canvas depicting a still life composition titled By The Window. Signed by the artist lower left. Additionally inscribed to the back. Framed. Krishnaji H. Ara was a painter and is seen as the first contemporary Indian painter to meticulously use the female nude as a subject. He was a part of the Progressive Artists Group in Bombay and was a founder of the Artists Centre in Mumbai. Indian Still Life Paintings And Art Collectibles.
Antique Arena Inc
Oct. 09, 2024
Krishnaji Howlaji Ara
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Indian, 1913-1985 Horseman Approaching Two Women Signed ARA (lrc) Ink on paper 19 1/4 x 18 inches (48.9 x 45.8 cm) (Frame: 21 1/2 x 21 1/2 inches) A few tears along the edges; worm damage in spots (with paper loss); paper is lightly toned; taped to the mat with our pieces of tape on the verso; some handling creases; matburn; scattered spots of discoloration.
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Oct. 09, 2024
Krishnaji Howlaji Ara
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
Indian, 1913-1985 Woman Holding a Comb Signed ARA (lr) Gouache on paper Sight 29 1/2 x 19 3/4 inches (74.9 x 50.2 cm) (Frame: 37 1/4 x 27 1/4 inches)
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Oct. 09, 2024
Krishnaji Howlaji Ara
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
Indian, 1913-1985 A Single Flower Signed ARA (lc); inscribed 20 and 51 on the verso Watercolor and ink on paper 29 5/8 x 20 3/8 inches (75.3 x 51.8 cm) (Frame: 31 1/2 x 22 1/4 inches) Few minor handling creases; lightly toned.
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Sep. 24, 2024
KRISHNAJI HOWLAJI ARA (1914-1985). Untitled (Still Life). gouache on paper
Est: $12,000 - $18,000
KRISHNAJI HOWLAJI ARA (1914-1985). Untitled (Still Life). gouache on paper 17 7⁄8 x 12 ½ in. (45.4 x 31.7 cm.).
Christie's
Sep. 18, 2024
KRISHNAJI HOWLAJI ARA (1914-1985). Untitled (Still Life). gouache on paper
Est: $12,000 - $18,000
KRISHNAJI HOWLAJI ARA (1914-1985). Untitled (Still Life). gouache on paper 17 7⁄8 x 12 ½ in. (45.4 x 31.7 cm.).
Christie's
Sep. 14, 2024
ATTR TO KH ARA INDIAN FEMALE NUDE OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Oil on paper painting, attributed to Krishnaji Howlaji Ara, also referred to as K.H. Ara, 1914 to 1985, an Indian painter, member of the Progressive Artists Group in Bombay and founder of the Artists Centre in Mumbai. The artwork depicts a reclining nude woman. Yellow, red, and black color palette. Undated. Signed by the artist in the lower right. Collectible Mid Century Modernist Fine Art, Southeast Asian Artists.
Antique Arena Inc
Aug. 10, 2024
SIGNED KRISHNA HAWLAJI ARA INDIAN OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
An oil on board painting depicting a still life with flowers. Signed lower right, Ara. Framed. Additionally inscribed, on the backside. Krishna Ara, 1914 to 1985, is known for Nude figure and still life painting. Krishnaji Howlaji Ara was an Indian painter and is seen as the first contemporary Indian painter to meticulously use the female nude as a subject. He was a part of the Progressive Artists Group in Bombay and was a founder of the Artists Centre in Mumbai. Indian Fine Art, Still Life Oil Paintings, Wall Art, and Collectibles. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Jul. 20, 2024
Krishna Hawlaji Ara, Still Life with Fruit
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Krishna Hawlaji Ara (Indian, 1914-1985), still life with fruit, watercolor on paper, signed L/L, 14" x 10", framed 22" x 17". Provenance: Westbury, New York collection.
Kaminski Auctions
Jun. 06, 2024
KRISHNAJI HOWLAJI ARA (1914-1985) UNTITLED, STILL LIFE, OIL ON CANVAS
Est: £3,000 - £5,000
KRISHNAJI HOWLAJI ARA (1914-1985) UNTITLED, STILL LIFE, OIL ON CANVAS Length x Width:
Plakas Auctions
Jun. 05, 2024
Krishna Hawlaji Ara (1914-1985) Untitled (Girl with Braid)
Est: £18,000 - £24,000
Krishna Hawlaji Ara (1914-1985) Untitled (Girl with Braid) signed 'Ara' centre right gouache on paper, framed 75.4 x 54.8cm (29 11/16 x 21 9/16in).
Bonhams
May. 18, 2024
INDIAN WATERCOLOR PAINTING BY KH ARA WITH COA
Est: $100 - $150
Watercolor on paper painting by Krishnaji Howlaji Ara, also referred to as K.H. Ara, 1914 to 1985, an Indian painter, member of the Progressive Artists' Group in Bombay and founder of the Artists Centre in Mumbai. The artwork is a still life with bottles, vases, and tableware. Ca. 1940s. Signed by the artist in the lower right. White mat. The artwork comes with a certificate of authenticity signed by the artist.
Antique Arena Inc
May. 14, 2024
KRISHNAJI HOWLAJI ARA (1914-1985) UNTITLED, STILL LIFE, WATERCOLOUR ON PAPER
Est: £3,000 - £5,000
KRISHNAJI HOWLAJI ARA (1914-1985) UNTITLED, STILL LIFE, WATERCOLOUR ON PAPER Length x Width:29.5 x 22 inches
Plakas Auctions
May. 12, 2024
INDIAN RURAL OIL PAINTING BY KRISHNA HAWLAJI ARA
Est: $100 - $150
Krishna Hawlaji Ara, Indian, 1914 to 1985, an oil painting on masonite board depicting a village genre scene. Signed lower left. Framed. Additionally inscribed and dated, on the backside. Krishna Ara is known for Nude figure and still life painting. Krishnaji Howlaji Ara was an Indian painter and is seen as the first contemporary Indian painter to meticulously use the female nude as a subject. He was a part of the Progressive Artists' Group in Bombay and was a founder of the Artists Centre in Mumbai. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Apr. 27, 2024
KRINSHA HAWLAJI ARA INDIAN 1914-1985
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Still Life, oil on canvas laid on board, 24 x 20 in (61 x 50.8 cm), framed 29 x 25 in (74 x 63.5 cm). signed lower right near vase, PROVENANCE: Private collector New York
Trinity International Auctions & Appraisals, LLC
Mar. 27, 2024
KRISHNAJI HOWLAJI ARA (1914-1985) Untitled (Study for Nude) ink and wash on
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
KRISHNAJI HOWLAJI ARA (1914-1985) Untitled (Study for Nude) ink and wash on paper 12 7⁄8 x 9 ¾ in. (32.7 x 24.8 cm.)
Christie's
Mar. 18, 2024
Untitled (Potters)
Est: $7,000 - $9,000
Property of a Private Collector, New Delhi Krishnaji Howlaji Ara 1914 - 1985 Untitled (Potters) Gouache, watercolor and pencil on paper 21 ⅝ x 29 ½ in. (55 x 75 cm.) Signed 'ARA' lower right
Sotheby's
Mar. 18, 2024
Untitled
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
Property of a Private Collector, New Delhi Krishnaji Howlaji Ara 1914 - 1985 Untitled Gouache and watercolor on paper 9 x 11 ⅜ in. (23 x 29 cm.) Signed 'ARA' lower right
Sotheby's
Mar. 18, 2024
Untitled
Est: $12,000 - $18,000
Krishnaji Howlaji Ara 1914 - 1985 Untitled Gouache on paper Signed 'ARA' lower center 21 ¾ x 29 ¾ in. (55.3 x 75.5 cm.)
Sotheby's
Feb. 16, 2024
KRISHNAJI HOWLAJI ARA (1914-1985) OIL ON CANVAS, SIGNED IN ENGLISH
Est: £3,000 - £5,000
KRISHNAJI HOWLAJI ARA (1914-1985) OIL ON CANVAS, SIGNED IN ENGLISH 27 x 21 inches Property Of A European Private Collection
Plakas Auctions
Jan. 04, 2024
Krishnaji Howlaji Ara Untitled Nude Oil on Paper
Est: $8,000 - $10,000
Krishnaji Howlaji Ara, Indian 1914- 1985 Untitled Nude Oil Painting on Paper. Measures 25 inches x 36 inches. Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact.
Greenwich Auction
Jul. 25, 2023
KRISHNAJI HOWLAJI ARA (1914-1985)
Est: £6,000 - £8,000
KRISHNAJI HOWLAJI ARA (1914-1985) KRISHNAJI HOWLAJI ARA (1914-1985) Untitled, Nude signed ARA (lower left) black chalk and watercolour 50 x 39 cm PROVENANCE: Purchased directly from the artist. Mumbai, Private Collection Private Collection Ara's artistic style was influenced by Indian folk art, as well as by the post-impressionist and expressionist movements. He used thick brushstrokes and dynamic forms to infuse his paintings with energy and emotion. Throughout his career, Ara received critical acclaim and exhibited his works in India and internationally. He was also a recipient of the prestigious Padma Shri award from the Indian government for his contributions to the field of art.
Chiswick Auctions
Jun. 06, 2023
Krishna Hawlaji Ara (India, 1914-1985) Untitled (Flowers in a Vase)
Est: £6,000 - £8,000
Krishna Hawlaji Ara (India, 1914-1985) Untitled (Flowers in a Vase) signed 'Ara' lower right watercolour on board, framed 76.2 x 55.9cm (30 x 22in).
Bonhams
May. 11, 2023
K.H. Ara Watercolor Unframed Signed Female Nude
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Krishnaji Howlaji Ara, India 1914 - 1985, Signed Watercolor or Female Seated Nude Holding Flowers. Ara was part of the Bombay Progressive Artists' Group, and Founder of the Artists' Centre in Mumbai. The piece is unframed and was previously rolled and remains rolled. There are minor bends to the edges of the piece. There are creases to body of piece. There is one torn corner that has been repaired with scotch tape to the reverse side. 15 inches x 18 inches
Greenwich Auction
Apr. 27, 2023
K.H. Ara Watercolor Unframed Signed Female Nude
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Krishnaji Howlaji Ara, India 1914 - 1985, Signed Watercolor or Female Seated Nude Holding Flowers. Ara was part of the Bombay Progressive Artists' Group, and Founder of the Artists' Centre in Mumbai. The piece is unframed and was previously rolled and remains rolled. There are minor bends to the edges of the piece. There are creases to body of piece. There is one torn corner that has been repaired with scotch tape to the reverse side. 15 inches x 18 inches
Greenwich Auction
Apr. 27, 2023
K.H. Ara Watercolor Unframed Signed Female Nude
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Krishnaji Howlaji Ara, India 1914 - 1985, Signed Watercolor or Female Seated Nude with Flower Vase. Ara was part of the Bombay Progressive Artists' Group, and Founder of the Artists' Centre in Mumbai. The piece is unframed and was previously rolled and remains rolled. There are minor bends to the edges of the piece. 12 inches x 16.5 inches
Greenwich Auction
Apr. 27, 2023
Krishna Hawlaji Ara (1914 - 1985), Untitled (nude)
Est: £6,000 - £8,000
Property of a distinguished Gentleman Krishna Hawlaji Ara (1914 - 1985) Untitled (nude) Watercolour on paper Signed, lower left: "ARA" Dimensions: (Paper) 29 in. (H) x 18 in. (W) (Frame) 35 in. (H) x 24 in. (W)
Sloane Street Auctions
Apr. 27, 2023
Krishna Hawlaji Ara (1914 - 1985), Untitled (nude)
Est: £6,000 - £8,000
Property of a distinguished Gentleman Krishna Hawlaji Ara (1914 - 1985) Untitled (nude) Watercolour on paper Signed, lower left: "ARA" Dimensions: (Paper) 29 in. (H) x 21.5 in. (W) (Frame) 33 in. (H) x 26 in. (W)
Sloane Street Auctions
Apr. 27, 2023
Krishna Hawlaji Ara (1914 - 1985), Untitled (still life)
Est: £6,000 - £8,000
Property of a distinguished Gentleman Krishna Hawlaji Ara (1914 - 1985) Untitled (still life) Watercolour on paper Signed, lower right: 'ARA' Provenance: Gift of a Gujarati Lady to the current owner. Dimensions: (Paper) 28 in. (H) x 22 in. (W) (Frame) 38 in. (H) x 31 in. (W)
Sloane Street Auctions
Oct. 05, 2022
Krishnaji Howlaji Ara (Indian 1914-1985), 'Flowers'
Est: £3,500 - £4,500
Krishnaji Howlaji Ara (Indian 1914-1985), 'Flowers', unique oil on board, signed recto; board: 60 x 50cm
Tate Ward Auctions
May. 24, 2022
Krishna Hawlaji Ara (Indian, 1914-1985) Youth
Est: £10,000 - £15,000
Krishna Hawlaji Ara (Indian, 1914-1985) Youth signed 'Ara' lower right oil on canvas 59 x 44cm (23 1/4 x 17 5/16in). For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
May. 24, 2022
Krishna Hawlaji Ara (Indian, 1914-1985) Untitled (Still Life)
Est: £6,000 - £8,000
Krishna Hawlaji Ara (Indian, 1914-1985) Untitled (Still Life) signed 'Ara' lower right watercolour and gouache on paper 61.8 x 46.5cm (24 5/16 x 18 5/16in). For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Mar. 23, 2022
KRISHNAJI HOWLAJI ARA (INDIAN 1914-1985)
Est: £4,000 - £6,000
KRISHNAJI HOWLAJI ARA (INDIAN 1914-1985) Property from a Private Collection KRISHNAJI HOWLAJI ARA (INDIAN 1914-1985) Vase of flowers signed ARA (lower centre) oil on paper 34 x 23.5 cm (13 3/8 x 9 1/4 in) PROVENANCE: Sale, John Nicholson's Auctioneers, Haslemere,19 May 2021, lot 248 Purchased at the above sale by the present owner
Chiswick Auctions
Oct. 25, 2021
K.H. Ara (Indian, 1917-2001) Untitled (Still Life with Sunflower)
Est: £6,000 - £8,000
K.H. Ara (Indian, 1917-2001) Untitled (Still Life with Sunflower) signed 'ARA' lower centre Oil and pastel on paper 74.4 x 54.8cm (29 5/16 x 21 9/16in). For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Oct. 25, 2021
K.H. Ara (Indian, 1917-2001) Untitled (Boats)
Est: £4,000 - £6,000
K.H. Ara (Indian, 1917-2001) Untitled (Boats) signed lower right Watercolour on paper 31.2 x 45.2cm (12 5/16 x 17 13/16in). For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
May. 19, 2021
K. H. Ara (1914-1985) Indian, A still life of flowers in a vase in an interior, oil, signed, 13.5" x 9.25".
Est: £3,000 - £4,000
K. H. Ara (1914-1985) Indian, A still life of flowers in a vase in an interior, oil, signed, 13.5" x 9.25".
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