Ram Kumar Sold at Auction Prices

Painter, b. 1924 - d. 2018

Abstract artist Ram Kumar belongs to the early group of Progressives in post-colonial India. His formal education was in economics, but after seeing his first art exhibit in 1945 he had a complete change of heart, and soon after began to study art. While studying in Paris, he was inspired by the Social Realists Kathe and Fourgenon and became interested in the peace movement. Early themes in artist Ram Kumar's abstract paintings for sale involve his interest in the human condition, especially the phenomenon of human isolation and despair in crowded cities. Through the years, Ram Kumar's artistic motif has moved from hopeless city settings to country landscapes. Yet his abstract landscapes portray both a delight in nature and the growing violence of humanity. Kumar's work garners high demand, with The Vagabond (1956) selling for over one million dollars. Feel the intense emotional pull of modern and contemporary abstract paintings at auction and online.

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  • Ram Kumar Oil on Canvas
    Jun. 12, 2025

    Ram Kumar Oil on Canvas

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    Ram Kumar Oil on Canvas. Measures 34.5 inches x 46.5 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. We do not have a COA.. All sales are final. SOLD AS IS. This artwork will not qualify for a refund.

    Greenwich Auction
  • Ram Kumar (1924-2018) Untitled (Abstract)
    Jun. 04, 2025

    Ram Kumar (1924-2018) Untitled (Abstract)

    Est: £4,000 - £6,000

    Ram Kumar (1924-2018) Untitled (Abstract) mixed media on paper, framed 25.8 x 35.2cm (10 3/16 x 13 7/8in).

    Bonhams
  • Ram Kumar Oil on Canvas
    May. 29, 2025

    Ram Kumar Oil on Canvas

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    Ram Kumar Oil on Canvas. Measures 34.5 inches x 46.5 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. We do not have a COA.. All sales are final. SOLD AS IS. This artwork will not qualify for a refund.

    Greenwich Auction
  • Ram Kumar Oil on Canvas
    May. 15, 2025

    Ram Kumar Oil on Canvas

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    Ram Kumar Oil on Canvas. Measures 34.5 inches x 46.5 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. We do not have a COA.. All sales are final. SOLD AS IS. This artwork will not qualify for a refund.

    Greenwich Auction
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) ""UNTITLED"" (LANDSCAPE) SIGNED ON VERSO & DATED 95
    May. 07, 2025

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) ""UNTITLED"" (LANDSCAPE) SIGNED ON VERSO & DATED 95

    Est: £30,000 - £50,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "UNTITLED" (LANDSCAPE) SIGNED ON VERSO & DATED 95 Oil on Canvas Size: 60 x 40 inches Provenance: Collection of Mr & Mrs Anand, London circa 2003 Footnotes: Born in 1924 in Simla, Ram Kumar, a luminary in India's modernist art movement, initially aspired to be a writer while still in school during the early 1930s. It wasn't until 1945 that he formally embarked on a journey into the realm of visual arts. After completing his studies in economics at St. Stephen’s College, New Delhi, in 1946, he pursued his passion for painting in Paris under the tutelage of Andre Lhote and Fernand Léger from 1949 to 1952, following a brief stint as a journalist. As a vital member of the Progressive Artist’s Group, alongside icons such as F.N. Souza, S.H. Raza, and M.F. Husain, Ram Kumar's significance lies in being part of the first generation of post-colonial Indian artists. Ram Kumar's artistic repertoire predominantly features abstract interpretations of landscapes characterized by jagged topographical contours, infused with an ambient sense of despair. His nuanced exploration of the concept of landscape involves employing various textures to articulate its architectonics through abstract strokes, reflecting his profound preoccupation with nature, existence, and the intricate relationships between space, objects, and individuals. Throughout his lifetime, Ram Kumar garnered numerous accolades, including the prestigious Padma Shri in 1972 and the Prem Chand Puraskar for a collection of short stories. His legacy endures through retrospectives and exhibitions, with the artist passing away in 2018 at the age of 93.

    PLAKAS
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "UNTITLED" SIGNED & DATED BOTTOM RIGHT 60, OIL ON CANVAS
    May. 07, 2025

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "UNTITLED" SIGNED & DATED BOTTOM RIGHT 60, OIL ON CANVAS

    Est: £60,000 - £80,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "UNTITLED" SIGNED & DATED BOTTOM RIGHT 60, OIL ON CANVAS Size: 47.6x35.5 inches Private Collection Boston, United States Footnotes: Born in 1924 in Simla, Ram Kumar, a luminary in India's modernist art movement, initially aspired to be a writer while still in school during the early 1930s. It wasn't until 1945 that he formally embarked on a journey into the realm of visual arts. After completing his studies in economics at St. Stephen’s College, New Delhi, in 1946, he pursued his passion for painting in Paris under the tutelage of Andre Lhote and Fernand Léger from 1949 to 1952, following a brief stint as a journalist. As a vital member of the Progressive Artist’s Group, alongside icons such as F.N. Souza, S.H. Raza, and M.F. Husain, Ram Kumar's significance lies in being part of the first generation of post-colonial Indian artists. Ram Kumar's artistic repertoire predominantly features abstract interpretations of landscapes characterized by jagged topographical contours, infused with an ambient sense of despair. His nuanced exploration of the concept of landscape involves employing various textures to articulate its architectonics through abstract strokes, reflecting his profound preoccupation with nature, existence, and the intricate relationships between space, objects, and individuals. Throughout his lifetime, Ram Kumar garnered numerous accolades, including the prestigious Padma Shri in 1972 and the Prem Chand Puraskar for a collection of short stories. His legacy endures through retrospectives and exhibitions, with the artist passing away in 2018 at the age of 93.

    PLAKAS
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "UNTILTED" OIL ON CANVAS, SIGNED BOTTOM RIGHT
    May. 07, 2025

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "UNTILTED" OIL ON CANVAS, SIGNED BOTTOM RIGHT

    Est: £30,000 - £50,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "UNTILTED" OIL ON CANVAS, SIGNED BOTTOM RIGHT Size: 47x36 inches Belgium Private Collection  Footnotes: Born in 1924 in Simla, Ram Kumar, a luminary in India's modernist art movement, initially aspired to be a writer while still in school during the early 1930s. It wasn't until 1945 that he formally embarked on a journey into the realm of visual arts. After completing his studies in economics at St. Stephen’s College, New Delhi, in 1946, he pursued his passion for painting in Paris under the tutelage of Andre Lhote and Fernand Léger from 1949 to 1952, following a brief stint as a journalist. As a vital member of the Progressive Artist’s Group, alongside icons such as F.N. Souza, S.H. Raza, and M.F. Husain, Ram Kumar's significance lies in being part of the first generation of post-colonial Indian artists. Ram Kumar's artistic repertoire predominantly features abstract interpretations of landscapes characterized by jagged topographical contours, infused with an ambient sense of despair. His nuanced exploration of the concept of landscape involves employing various textures to articulate its architectonics through abstract strokes, reflecting his profound preoccupation with nature, existence, and the intricate relationships between space, objects, and individuals. Throughout his lifetime, Ram Kumar garnered numerous accolades, including the prestigious Padma Shri in 1972 and the Prem Chand Puraskar for a collection of short stories. His legacy endures through retrospectives and exhibitions, with the artist passing away in 2018 at the age of 93.

    PLAKAS
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "LADY IN A LANDSCAPE" CRAYON ON PAPER, SIGNED BOTTOM RIGHT DATED 54
    May. 07, 2025

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "LADY IN A LANDSCAPE" CRAYON ON PAPER, SIGNED BOTTOM RIGHT DATED 54

    Est: £5,000 - £7,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "LADY IN A LANDSCAPE" CRAYON ON PAPER, SIGNED BOTTOM RIGHT DATED 54 59cm x 49cm footnotes:  Born in 1924 in Simla, Ram Kumar, a luminary in India's modernist art movement, initially aspired to be a writer while still in school during the early 1930s. It wasn't until 1945 that he formally embarked on a journey into the realm of visual arts. After completing his studies in economics at St. Stephen’s College, New Delhi, in 1946, he pursued his passion for painting in Paris under the tutelage of Andre Lhote and Fernand Léger from 1949 to 1952, following a brief stint as a journalist. As a vital member of the Progressive Artist’s Group, alongside icons such as F.N. Souza, S.H. Raza, and M.F. Husain, Ram Kumar's significance lies in being part of the first generation of post-colonial Indian artists. Ram Kumar's artistic repertoire predominantly features abstract interpretations of landscapes characterized by jagged topographical contours, infused with an ambient sense of despair. His nuanced exploration of the concept of landscape involves employing various textures to articulate its architectonics through abstract strokes, reflecting his profound preoccupation with nature, existence, and the intricate relationships between space, objects, and individuals. Throughout his lifetime, Ram Kumar garnered numerous accolades, including the prestigious Padma Shri in 1972 and the Prem Chand Puraskar for a collection of short stories. His legacy endures through retrospectives and exhibitions, with the artist passing away in 2018 at the age of 93.

    PLAKAS
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "LANDSCAPE" OIL ON CANVAS, SIGNED BOTTOM RIGHT
    May. 07, 2025

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "LANDSCAPE" OIL ON CANVAS, SIGNED BOTTOM RIGHT

    Est: £30,000 - £50,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "LANDSCAPE" OIL ON CANVAS, SIGNED BOTTOM RIGHT  121cm x 92cm footnotes:  Born in 1924 in Simla, Ram Kumar, a luminary in India's modernist art movement, initially aspired to be a writer while still in school during the early 1930s. It wasn't until 1945 that he formally embarked on a journey into the realm of visual arts. After completing his studies in economics at St. Stephen’s College, New Delhi, in 1946, he pursued his passion for painting in Paris under the tutelage of Andre Lhote and Fernand Léger from 1949 to 1952, following a brief stint as a journalist. As a vital member of the Progressive Artist’s Group, alongside icons such as F.N. Souza, S.H. Raza, and M.F. Husain, Ram Kumar's significance lies in being part of the first generation of post-colonial Indian artists. Ram Kumar's artistic repertoire predominantly features abstract interpretations of landscapes characterized by jagged topographical contours, infused with an ambient sense of despair. His nuanced exploration of the concept of landscape involves employing various textures to articulate its architectonics through abstract strokes, reflecting his profound preoccupation with nature, existence, and the intricate relationships between space, objects, and individuals. Throughout his lifetime, Ram Kumar garnered numerous accolades, including the prestigious Padma Shri in 1972 and the Prem Chand Puraskar for a collection of short stories. His legacy endures through retrospectives and exhibitions, with the artist passing away in 2018 at the age of 93.

    PLAKAS
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "LANDSCAPE" OIL ON CANVAS, SIGNED BOTTOM LEFT
    May. 07, 2025

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "LANDSCAPE" OIL ON CANVAS, SIGNED BOTTOM LEFT

    Est: £30,000 - £50,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "LANDSCAPE" OIL ON CANVAS, SIGNED BOTTOM LEFT 120cm x 106cm  USA Private Collection, New York Thence by descent  footnotes:  Born in 1924 in Simla, Ram Kumar, a luminary in India's modernist art movement, initially aspired to be a writer while still in school during the early 1930s. It wasn't until 1945 that he formally embarked on a journey into the realm of visual arts. After completing his studies in economics at St. Stephen’s College, New Delhi, in 1946, he pursued his passion for painting in Paris under the tutelage of Andre Lhote and Fernand Léger from 1949 to 1952, following a brief stint as a journalist. As a vital member of the Progressive Artist’s Group, alongside icons such as F.N. Souza, S.H. Raza, and M.F. Husain, Ram Kumar's significance lies in being part of the first generation of post-colonial Indian artists. Ram Kumar's artistic repertoire predominantly features abstract interpretations of landscapes characterized by jagged topographical contours, infused with an ambient sense of despair. His nuanced exploration of the concept of landscape involves employing various textures to articulate its architectonics through abstract strokes, reflecting his profound preoccupation with nature, existence, and the intricate relationships between space, objects, and individuals. Throughout his lifetime, Ram Kumar garnered numerous accolades, including the prestigious Padma Shri in 1972 and the Prem Chand Puraskar for a collection of short stories. His legacy endures through retrospectives and exhibitions, with the artist passing away in 2018 at the age of 93.

    PLAKAS
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "FAMILY" SIGNED IN HINDI & DATED BOTTOM RIGHT 51, OIL ON CANVAS
    May. 07, 2025

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "FAMILY" SIGNED IN HINDI & DATED BOTTOM RIGHT 51, OIL ON CANVAS

    Est: £100,000 - £150,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "FAMILY" SIGNED IN HINDI & DATED BOTTOM RIGHT 51, OIL ON CANVAS 141cm x 102cm  Provenance: Provenance:  Sold by a French Gallery, Paris to a British Indian Collector, 2001 A copy of invoice is given to the winning bidder who has paid in full Thence by descent  Property of a French Gentleman footnotes:  Born in 1924 in Simla, Ram Kumar, a luminary in India's modernist art movement, initially aspired to be a writer while still in school during the early 1930s. It wasn't until 1945 that he formally embarked on a journey into the realm of visual arts. After completing his studies in economics at St. Stephen’s College, New Delhi, in 1946, he pursued his passion for painting in Paris under the tutelage of Andre Lhote and Fernand Léger from 1949 to 1952, following a brief stint as a journalist. As a vital member of the Progressive Artist’s Group, alongside icons such as F.N. Souza, S.H. Raza, and M.F. Husain, Ram Kumar's significance lies in being part of the first generation of post-colonial Indian artists. Ram Kumar's artistic repertoire predominantly features abstract interpretations of landscapes characterized by jagged topographical contours, infused with an ambient sense of despair. His nuanced exploration of the concept of landscape involves employing various textures to articulate its architectonics through abstract strokes, reflecting his profound preoccupation with nature, existence, and the intricate relationships between space, objects, and individuals. Throughout his lifetime, Ram Kumar garnered numerous accolades, including the prestigious Padma Shri in 1972 and the Prem Chand Puraskar for a collection of short stories. His legacy endures through retrospectives and exhibitions, with the artist passing away in 2018 at the age of 93.

    PLAKAS
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. acrylic on paper23 ¼ x 36 in. (59.1 x 91.4
    Mar. 19, 2025

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. acrylic on paper23 ¼ x 36 in. (59.1 x 91.4

    Est: $10,000 - $15,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. acrylic on paper23 ¼ x 36 in. (59.1 x 91.4 cm.).

    Christie's
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. acrylic on paper10 5/8 x 12 ¾ in. (27 x 32
    Mar. 19, 2025

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. acrylic on paper10 5/8 x 12 ¾ in. (27 x 32

    Est: $12,000 - $18,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. acrylic on paper10 5/8 x 12 ¾ in. (27 x 32.4 cm.) each(2).

    Christie's
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. oil on canvas21 5/8 x 32 ¾ in. (54.9 x 83.
    Mar. 19, 2025

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. oil on canvas21 5/8 x 32 ¾ in. (54.9 x 83.

    Est: $50,000 - $70,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. oil on canvas21 5/8 x 32 ¾ in. (54.9 x 83.2 cm.).

    Christie's
  • ATTR TO RAM KUMAR INDIAN EXPRESSIONIST OIL PAINTING
    Mar. 02, 2025

    ATTR TO RAM KUMAR INDIAN EXPRESSIONIST OIL PAINTING

    Est: $100 - $150

    Attributed to Ram Kumar, Indian, 1924 to 2018, oil painting on canvas depicting an Expressionist double portrait of women. Signed and dated, upper left. Framed. Born in 1924 in Simla, Ram Kumar was among Indias leading modernists. He studied Economics at St. Stephens College, New Delhi, in 1946. Following this, he went to Paris to study painting under Andre Lhote and Fernard Leger in 1949 to 1952. Ram Kumar, like many of his confreres among the first generation of post colonial Indian artists including such figures as F N Souza, M F Husain, Paritosh Sen, Jehangir Sabavala, Krishen Khanna, S H Raza and Akbar Padamsee combined an internationalist desire with the need to belong emphatically to their homeland. In its internationalist mood, this generation looked to the early 20th century modernisms of Paris, London and Vienna for inspiration; its need to belong prompted an interest in the construction of a viable Indian aesthetic that bore a dynamic relationship to an Indian identity. Modern Indian Fine Art, Female Portrait Paintings, and Collectibles. One of a kind artwork.

    Antique Arena Inc
  • RAM KUMAR (INDIA, 1924-2018)
    Feb. 23, 2025

    RAM KUMAR (INDIA, 1924-2018)

    Est: $100,000 - $150,000

    RAM KUMAR (INDIA, 1924-2018) Urban Abstract, oil on linen canvas, signed upper right (in Hindi) and dated '69. Clipped newspaper article and catalog page verso, housed in sandalwood slat frame, OS: 40 1/2" x 20 1/2", SS: 40" x 20". There was a small indentation in the lower right, and bits of flaking in the darker band that have been addressed by an art conservator. (document available) Kumar was the leader of the first generation of Post-Colonial Modernists. He studied Economics at St. Stephen's College, New Delhi, in 1946. He then went to Paris to study painting under Andre Lhote and Fernand Leger in 1949-1952.

    Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
  • ATTR TO RAM KUMAR INDIAN ABSTRACT ACRYLIC PAINTING
    Feb. 16, 2025

    ATTR TO RAM KUMAR INDIAN ABSTRACT ACRYLIC PAINTING

    Est: $100 - $150

    Acrylic on paper painting, attributed to Ram Kumar, 1924 to 2018, an Indian artist and writer associated with the Progressive Artists Group in Bombay. The artwork represents an abstract composition in white, blue, and black. Untitled. Signed by the artist and dated 1998 on the backside. Collectible Mid Century Modernist Fine Art, Southeast Asian Artists.

    Antique Arena Inc
  • RAM KUMAR INDIAN ABSTRACT OIL PAINTING WITH COA
    Jan. 25, 2025

    RAM KUMAR INDIAN ABSTRACT OIL PAINTING WITH COA

    Est: $100 - $150

    Oil on canvas painting by Ram Kumar, 1924 to 2018, an Indian artist and writer associated with the Progressive Artists Group in Bombay. The artwork represents an abstract landscape-like composition in yellow, blue, and green. Untitled. Dated 1985. Signed by the artist on the backside. The painting comes with a certificate of authenticity, also signed by the artist. Collectible Mid Century Modernist Fine Art, Southeast Asian Artists.

    Antique Arena Inc
  • RAM KUMAR INDIAN ACRYLIC LANDSCAPE PAINTING W COA
    Jan. 19, 2025

    RAM KUMAR INDIAN ACRYLIC LANDSCAPE PAINTING W COA

    Est: $100 - $150

    Ram Kumar, 1924 to 2018, Indian, acrylic painting on paper depicting an abstract landscape. Dated 1996. Inscribed on the backside. The painting comes with a certificate of authenticity. Born in 1924 in Simla, Ram Kumar was among Indias leading modernists. He studied Economics at St. Stephens College, New Delhi, in 1946. Following this, he went to Paris to study painting under Andre Lhote and Fernard Leger in 1949 to 1952. Ram Kumar, like many of his confreres among the first generation of post colonial Indian artists including such figures as F N Souza, M F Husain, Paritosh Sen, Jehangir Sabavala, Krishen Khanna, S H Raza and Akbar Padamsee combined an internationalist desire with the need to belong emphatically to their homeland. In its internationalist mood, this generation looked to the early 20th century modernisms of Paris, London and Vienna for inspiration. One of a kind artwork. Modern and Contemporary Oriental Modernist South Asian Art and Collectibles.

    Antique Arena Inc
  • ATTR TO RAM KUMAR INDIAN EXPRESSIONIST PAINTING
    Jan. 19, 2025

    ATTR TO RAM KUMAR INDIAN EXPRESSIONIST PAINTING

    Est: $100 - $150

    Attributed to Ram Kumar, 1924 to 2018, Indian, acrylic on paper painting depicting an Expressionist cityscape. Dated 1995. Inscribed on the backside. Born in 1924 in Simla, Ram Kumar was among Indias leading modernists. He studied Economics at St. Stephens College, New Delhi, in 1946. Following this, he went to Paris to study painting under Andre Lhote and Fernard Leger in 1949 to 1952. Ram Kumar, like many of his confreres among the first generation of post colonial Indian artists including such figures as F N Souza, M F Husain, Paritosh Sen, Jehangir Sabavala, Krishen Khanna, S H Raza and Akbar Padamsee combined an internationalist desire with the need to belong emphatically to their homeland. In its internationalist mood, this generation looked to the early 20th century modernisms of Paris, London and Vienna for inspiration. Modern Indian Fine Art, and Collectibles.

    Antique Arena Inc
  • Ram Kumar (Indian, 1924-2018) Untitled, Oil on Paper, Signed Ram Kumar in pencil on the back, 14 1/2" x 21 5/8", Framed-19 3/4" x 27"
    Jan. 18, 2025

    Ram Kumar (Indian, 1924-2018) Untitled, Oil on Paper, Signed Ram Kumar in pencil on the back, 14 1/2" x 21 5/8", Framed-19 3/4" x 27"

    Est: $1,500 - $2,000

    Ram Kumar (Indian, 1924-2018) Untitled, Oil on Paper, Signed Ram Kumar in pencil on the back, 14 1/2" x 21 5/8", Framed-19 3/4" x 27"

    Auction Gallery of the Palm Beaches
  • Ram Kumar Untitled Cityscape Acrylic on Paper
    Dec. 30, 2024

    Ram Kumar Untitled Cityscape Acrylic on Paper

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    Ram Kumar Untitled Cityscape Acrylic on Paper. Measures 22 inches x 30 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
  • ATTR TO RAM KUMAR INDIAN EXPRESSIONIST OIL PAINTING
    Dec. 21, 2024

    ATTR TO RAM KUMAR INDIAN EXPRESSIONIST OIL PAINTING

    Est: $100 - $150

    Attributed to Ram Kumar, Indian, 1924 to 2018, oil painting on canvas depicting an Expressionist double portrait of women. Signed and dated, upper left. Framed. Born in 1924 in Simla, Ram Kumar was among Indias leading modernists. He studied Economics at St. Stephens College, New Delhi, in 1946. Following this, he went to Paris to study painting under Andre Lhote and Fernard Leger in 1949 to 1952. Ram Kumar, like many of his confreres among the first generation of post colonial Indian artists including such figures as F N Souza, M F Husain, Paritosh Sen, Jehangir Sabavala, Krishen Khanna, S H Raza and Akbar Padamsee combined an internationalist desire with the need to belong emphatically to their homeland. In its internationalist mood, this generation looked to the early 20th century modernisms of Paris, London and Vienna for inspiration; its need to belong prompted an interest in the construction of a viable Indian aesthetic that bore a dynamic relationship to an Indian identity. Modern Indian Fine Art, Female Portrait Paintings, and Collectibles. One of a kind artwork.

    Antique Arena Inc
  • Ram Kumar Untitled
    Dec. 14, 2024

    Ram Kumar Untitled

    Est: $14,000 - $20,000

    Ram Kumar 1924 - 2018 Untitled Acrylic on paper 23 x 36in. 58.4 x 91.4cm.

    ARTIANA
  • A RAM KUMAR ATTR., INDIAN, MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER PAINTING, 1997
    Nov. 10, 2024

    A RAM KUMAR ATTR., INDIAN, MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER PAINTING, 1997

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    Ram Kumar (Indian, 1924 - 2018), acrylic on paper painting depicting an abstract expressionist townscape, 1997. Signed and dated on the backside. Note: Born in 1924 in Simla, Ram Kumar was among India's leading modernists. He studied Economics at St. Stephens College, New Delhi, in 1946. Following this, he went to Paris to study painting under Andre Lhote and Fernard Leger from 1949 to 1952. Ram Kumar, like many of his confreres among the first generation of post-colonial Indian artists including such figures as F.N. Souza, M.F. Husain, Paritosh Sen, Jehangir Sabavala, Krishen Khanna, S.H. Raza and Akbar Padamsee combined an internationalist desire with the need to belong emphatically to their homeland. In its internationalist mood, this generation looked to the early 20th-century modernisms of Paris, London and Vienna for inspiration; its need to belong prompted an interest in the construction of a viable Indian aesthetic that bore a dynamic relationship to an Indian identity. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold "as-is", refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not ship in-house. A list of recommended shippers will be provided.

    Helios Auctions
  • A RAM KUMAR ATTR., INDIAN, MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER PAINTING, 1997
    Nov. 10, 2024

    A RAM KUMAR ATTR., INDIAN, MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER PAINTING, 1997

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    Ram Kumar (Indian, 1924 - 2018), acrylic on paper painting depicting an abstract expressionist townscape, 1997. Signed and dated on the backside. Note: Born in 1924 in Simla, Ram Kumar was among India's leading modernists. He studied Economics at St. Stephens College, New Delhi, in 1946. Following this, he went to Paris to study painting under Andre Lhote and Fernard Leger from 1949 to 1952. Ram Kumar, like many of his confreres among the first generation of post-colonial Indian artists including such figures as F.N. Souza, M.F. Husain, Paritosh Sen, Jehangir Sabavala, Krishen Khanna, S.H. Raza and Akbar Padamsee combined an internationalist desire with the need to belong emphatically to their homeland. In its internationalist mood, this generation looked to the early 20th-century modernisms of Paris, London and Vienna for inspiration; its need to belong prompted an interest in the construction of a viable Indian aesthetic that bore a dynamic relationship to an Indian identity. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold "as-is", refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not ship in-house. A list of recommended shippers will be provided.

    Helios Auctions
  • ATTR TO RAM KUMAR INDIAN ACRYLIC PAINTING W COA
    Nov. 09, 2024

    ATTR TO RAM KUMAR INDIAN ACRYLIC PAINTING W COA

    Est: $100 - $150

    Attributed to Ram Kumar, Indian, 1924 to 2018, acrylic painting on canvas depicting an abstract landcsape. Inscribed on the backside. Comes with a certificate of authenticity, signed by the artist. Born in 1924 in Simla, Ram Kumar was among Indias leading modernists. He studied Economics at St. Stephens College, New Delhi, in 1946. Following this, he went to Paris to study painting under Andre Lhote and Fernard Leger in 1949 to 1952. Ram Kumar, like many of his confreres among the first generation of post colonial Indian artists including such figures as F N Souza, M F Husain, Paritosh Sen, Jehangir Sabavala, Krishen Khanna, S H Raza and Akbar Padamsee combined an internationalist desire with the need to belong emphatically to their homeland. In its internationalist mood, this generation looked to the early 20th century modernisms of Paris, London and Vienna for inspiration; its need to belong prompted an interest in the construction of a viable Indian aesthetic that bore a dynamic relationship to an Indian identity. One of a kind artwork.

    Antique Arena Inc
  • ATTR TO RAM KUMAR INDIAN CITYSCAPE OIL PAINTING
    Nov. 09, 2024

    ATTR TO RAM KUMAR INDIAN CITYSCAPE OIL PAINTING

    Est: $100 - $150

    Attributed to Ram Kumar, Indian, 1924 to 2018, oil painting on canvas depicting an Expressionist cityscape. Signed, lower right. Born in 1924 in Simla, Ram Kumar was among Indias leading modernists. He studied Economics at St. Stephens College, New Delhi, in 1946. Following this, he went to Paris to study painting under Andre Lhote and Fernard Leger in 1949 to 1952. Ram Kumar, like many of his confreres among the first generation of post colonial Indian artists including such figures as F N Souza, M F Husain, Paritosh Sen, Jehangir Sabavala, Krishen Khanna, S H Raza and Akbar Padamsee combined an internationalist desire with the need to belong emphatically to their homeland. In its internationalist mood, this generation looked to the early 20th century modernisms of Paris, London and Vienna for inspiration; its need to belong prompted an interest in the construction of a viable Indian aesthetic that bore a dynamic relationship to an Indian identity. Modern Indian Fine Art, and Collectibles. One of a kind artwork.

    Antique Arena Inc
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "VARANSAI SERIES" ACRYLIC ON PAPER, SIGNED ON REVERSE
    Oct. 28, 2024

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "VARANSAI SERIES" ACRYLIC ON PAPER, SIGNED ON REVERSE

    Est: £3,000 - £5,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "VARANSAI SERIES" ACRYLIC ON PAPER, SIGNED ON REVERSE 30 x 22 inches This piece comes accompanied with a COA signed by Ram Kumar

    PLAKAS
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "VARANSAI SERIES" ACRYLIC ON PAPER, SIGNED ON REVERSE
    Oct. 28, 2024

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "VARANSAI SERIES" ACRYLIC ON PAPER, SIGNED ON REVERSE

    Est: £3,000 - £5,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "VARANSAI SERIES" ACRYLIC ON PAPER, SIGNED ON REVERSE 30 x 22 inches This piece comes accompanied with a COA signed by Ram Kumar 

    PLAKAS
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "UNTITLED" KASHMIR LANDSCAPE, SIGNED ON VERSO, OIL ON CANVAS
    Oct. 28, 2024

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "UNTITLED" KASHMIR LANDSCAPE, SIGNED ON VERSO, OIL ON CANVAS

    Est: £50,000 - £70,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "UNTITLED" KASHMIR LANDSCAPE, SIGNED ON VERSO, OIL ON CANVAS Size: 53 x 47 inches Provenance: Collection of Mr & Mrs Anand, London circa 2003 Footnotes: Born in 1924 in Simla, Ram Kumar, a luminary in India's modernist art movement, initially aspired to be a writer while still in school during the early 1930s. It wasn't until 1945 that he formally embarked on a journey into the realm of visual arts. After completing his studies in economics at St. Stephen’s College, New Delhi, in 1946, he pursued his passion for painting in Paris under the tutelage of Andre Lhote and Fernand Léger from 1949 to 1952, following a brief stint as a journalist. As a vital member of the Progressive Artist’s Group, alongside icons such as F.N. Souza, S.H. Raza, and M.F. Husain, Ram Kumar's significance lies in being part of the first generation of post-colonial Indian artists.Ram Kumar's artistic repertoire predominantly features abstract interpretations of landscapes characterized by jagged topographical contours, infused with an ambient sense of despair. His nuanced exploration of the concept of landscape involves employing various textures to articulate its architectonics through abstract strokes, reflecting his profound preoccupation with nature, existence, and the intricate relationships between space, objects, and individuals.Throughout his lifetime, Ram Kumar garnered numerous accolades, including the prestigious Padma Shri in 1972 and the Prem Chand Puraskar for a collection of short stories. His legacy endures through retrospectives and exhibitions, with the artist passing away in 2018 at the age of 93.

    PLAKAS
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "UNTILTED" OIL ON CANVAS, SIGNED BOTTOM RIGHT
    Oct. 28, 2024

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "UNTILTED" OIL ON CANVAS, SIGNED BOTTOM RIGHT

    Est: £40,000 - £60,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "UNTILTED" OIL ON CANVAS, SIGNED BOTTOM RIGHT Size: 47x36 inches Belgium Private Collection  Footnotes: Born in 1924 in Simla, Ram Kumar, a luminary in India's modernist art movement, initially aspired to be a writer while still in school during the early 1930s. It wasn't until 1945 that he formally embarked on a journey into the realm of visual arts. After completing his studies in economics at St. Stephen’s College, New Delhi, in 1946, he pursued his passion for painting in Paris under the tutelage of Andre Lhote and Fernand Léger from 1949 to 1952, following a brief stint as a journalist. As a vital member of the Progressive Artist’s Group, alongside icons such as F.N. Souza, S.H. Raza, and M.F. Husain, Ram Kumar's significance lies in being part of the first generation of post-colonial Indian artists. Ram Kumar's artistic repertoire predominantly features abstract interpretations of landscapes characterized by jagged topographical contours, infused with an ambient sense of despair. His nuanced exploration of the concept of landscape involves employing various textures to articulate its architectonics through abstract strokes, reflecting his profound preoccupation with nature, existence, and the intricate relationships between space, objects, and individuals. Throughout his lifetime, Ram Kumar garnered numerous accolades, including the prestigious Padma Shri in 1972 and the Prem Chand Puraskar for a collection of short stories. His legacy endures through retrospectives and exhibitions, with the artist passing away in 2018 at the age of 93.

    PLAKAS
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "UNTITLED" SIGNED & DATED BOTTOM RIGHT 60, OIL ON CANVAS
    Oct. 28, 2024

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "UNTITLED" SIGNED & DATED BOTTOM RIGHT 60, OIL ON CANVAS

    Est: £80,000 - £120,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018) "UNTITLED" SIGNED & DATED BOTTOM RIGHT 60, OIL ON CANVAS Size: 47.6x35.5 inches Private Collection Boston, United States Footnotes: Born in 1924 in Simla, Ram Kumar, a luminary in India's modernist art movement, initially aspired to be a writer while still in school during the early 1930s. It wasn't until 1945 that he formally embarked on a journey into the realm of visual arts. After completing his studies in economics at St. Stephen’s College, New Delhi, in 1946, he pursued his passion for painting in Paris under the tutelage of Andre Lhote and Fernand Léger from 1949 to 1952, following a brief stint as a journalist. As a vital member of the Progressive Artist’s Group, alongside icons such as F.N. Souza, S.H. Raza, and M.F. Husain, Ram Kumar's significance lies in being part of the first generation of post-colonial Indian artists. Ram Kumar's artistic repertoire predominantly features abstract interpretations of landscapes characterized by jagged topographical contours, infused with an ambient sense of despair. His nuanced exploration of the concept of landscape involves employing various textures to articulate its architectonics through abstract strokes, reflecting his profound preoccupation with nature, existence, and the intricate relationships between space, objects, and individuals. Throughout his lifetime, Ram Kumar garnered numerous accolades, including the prestigious Padma Shri in 1972 and the Prem Chand Puraskar for a collection of short stories. His legacy endures through retrospectives and exhibitions, with the artist passing away in 2018 at the age of 93.

    PLAKAS
  • ATTRIBUTED TO RAM KUMAR INDIAN MIXED MEDIA PAINTING
    Oct. 12, 2024

    ATTRIBUTED TO RAM KUMAR INDIAN MIXED MEDIA PAINTING

    Est: $100 - $150

    Attributed to Ram Kumar, Indian, 1924 to 2018, mixed media painting on paper depicting an abstract composition. Signed, lower right. Born in 1924 in Simla, Ram Kumar was among Indias leading modernists. He studied Economics at St. Stephens College, New Delhi, in 1946. Following this, he went to Paris to study painting under Andre Lhote and Fernard Leger in 1949 to 1952. Ram Kumar, like many of his confreres among the first generation of post colonial Indian artists including such figures as F N Souza, M F Husain, Paritosh Sen, Jehangir Sabavala, Krishen Khanna, S H Raza and Akbar Padamsee combined an internationalist desire with the need to belong emphatically to their homeland. In its internationalist mood, this generation looked to the early 20th century modernisms of Paris, London and Vienna for inspiration; its need to belong prompted an interest in the construction of a viable Indian aesthetic that bore a dynamic relationship to an Indian identity. One of a kind artwork.

    Antique Arena Inc
  • Ram Kumar Untitled Acrylic on Paper 2015
    Oct. 03, 2024

    Ram Kumar Untitled Acrylic on Paper 2015

    Est: $4,000 - $6,000

    Ram Kumar Untitled Acrylic on Paper 2015. Measures 30 inches x 22 inches.

    Greenwich Auction
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. oil on canvas 30 x 28 7⁄8 in. (76.2 x 73.3
    Sep. 24, 2024

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. oil on canvas 30 x 28 7⁄8 in. (76.2 x 73.3

    Est: $70,000 - $90,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. oil on canvas 30 x 28 7⁄8 in. (76.2 x 73.3 cm.).

    Christie's
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Black Forms. oil on canvas 20 x 32 1⁄8 in. (50.8 x 8
    Sep. 24, 2024

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Black Forms. oil on canvas 20 x 32 1⁄8 in. (50.8 x 8

    Est: $70,000 - $100,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Black Forms. oil on canvas 20 x 32 1⁄8 in. (50.8 x 81.6 cm.).

    Christie's
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. oil on canvas 24 x 32 ½ in. (61 x 82.5 cm.
    Sep. 24, 2024

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. oil on canvas 24 x 32 ½ in. (61 x 82.5 cm.

    Est: $60,000 - $80,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. oil on canvas 24 x 32 ½ in. (61 x 82.5 cm.).

    Christie's
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. oil on canvas 40 x 33 ¾ in. (101.6 x 85.7
    Sep. 24, 2024

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. oil on canvas 40 x 33 ¾ in. (101.6 x 85.7

    Est: $100,000 - $150,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. oil on canvas 40 x 33 ¾ in. (101.6 x 85.7 cm.).

    Christie's
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. acrylic on paper 17 7⁄8 x 23 1⁄8 in. (45.4
    Sep. 24, 2024

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. acrylic on paper 17 7⁄8 x 23 1⁄8 in. (45.4

    Est: $5,000 - $7,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. acrylic on paper 17 7⁄8 x 23 1⁄8 in. (45.4 x 58.7 cm.).

    Christie's
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. acrylic on paper 23 x 17 7⁄8 in. (58.4 x 4
    Sep. 24, 2024

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. acrylic on paper 23 x 17 7⁄8 in. (58.4 x 4

    Est: $5,000 - $7,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. acrylic on paper 23 x 17 7⁄8 in. (58.4 x 45.4 cm.).

    Christie's
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. acrylic on paper 22 ½ x 30 ¼ in. (57.2 x 7
    Sep. 24, 2024

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. acrylic on paper 22 ½ x 30 ¼ in. (57.2 x 7

    Est: $8,000 - $12,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled. acrylic on paper 22 ½ x 30 ¼ in. (57.2 x 76.8 cm.).

    Christie's
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled (Sketchbook). pencil, charcoal, ink, gouach
    Sep. 24, 2024

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled (Sketchbook). pencil, charcoal, ink, gouach

    Est: $60,000 - $80,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled (Sketchbook). pencil, charcoal, ink, gouache and oil on paper 12 ½ x 9 3⁄8 in. (31.7 x 23.8 cm.) each page.

    Christie's
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled (House on a Hill). watercolor and gouache o
    Sep. 24, 2024

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled (House on a Hill). watercolor and gouache o

    Est: $35,000 - $50,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled (House on a Hill). watercolor and gouache on paper 14 ¾ x 11 1⁄8 in. (37.5 x 28.2 cm.).

    Christie's
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled (Standing Figures). gouache and ink on pape
    Sep. 24, 2024

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled (Standing Figures). gouache and ink on pape

    Est: $35,000 - $50,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled (Standing Figures). gouache and ink on paper 16 7⁄8 x 14 in. (42.8 x 35.5 cm.).

    Christie's
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled (Seated Woman). oil on paper 21 ½ x 14 5⁄8
    Sep. 24, 2024

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled (Seated Woman). oil on paper 21 ½ x 14 5⁄8

    Est: $35,000 - $50,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled (Seated Woman). oil on paper 21 ½ x 14 5⁄8 in. (54.6 x 37.1 cm.).

    Christie's
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled (Couple). gouache on paper 22 x 15 in. (55.
    Sep. 24, 2024

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled (Couple). gouache on paper 22 x 15 in. (55.

    Est: $40,000 - $60,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled (Couple). gouache on paper 22 x 15 in. (55.9 x 38.1 cm.).

    Christie's
  • RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled (Simla Landscapes). oil on paper 14 7⁄8 x 2
    Sep. 24, 2024

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled (Simla Landscapes). oil on paper 14 7⁄8 x 2

    Est: $40,000 - $60,000

    RAM KUMAR (1924-2018). Untitled (Simla Landscapes). oil on paper 14 7⁄8 x 21 7⁄8 in. (37.8 x 55.5 cm.) each.

    Christie's
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