After a successful Debut of Art Mumbai last year, the 2024 edition is all set to return in a new format that will blend the timeless allure of its iconic venue with a vast and even more diverse display of original and fine art from South Asia and around the world.
Building on the success of its Debut, the foundation behind the driving force, Founders- Minal and Dinesh Vazirani, Conor Macklin and Nakul Dev Chawla are proud to announce the dates of the second edition of Art Mumbai from 14th to 17th November 2024. Occupying a larger area this year at the Mahalaxmi Racecourse. The first edition of Art Mumbai, the city's premier art fair, was held in November 2023 at the Mahalaxmi Racecourse. It presented a meticulously curated array of Modern and Contemporary Art from across the world with special focus on India and South Asia.
Global and Indian Galleries
Art Mumbai 2024 is thrilled to have expanded with 71 prominent galleries from India and abroad, as well as three foundations participating. The Indian galleries include Vadehra Art Gallery (New Delhi), Nature Morte (New Delhi, Mumbai), Experimenter (Kolkata, Mumbai), Galerie Isa (Mumbai), Tarq (Mumbai), DAG (Mumbai, New Delhi), Gallery Espace (New Delhi), Gallery Sumukha (Bengaluru) and Emami Art (Kolkata). The nine international galleries present will be Galleria Continua (San Gimignano, Rome, Les Moulins, Paris, Beijing, Havana, Dubai, São Paulo), Ben Brown Fine Arts (London, Hong Kong, Florida), Rossi & Rossi (Hong Kong, London), Grosvenor Gallery (London), Aicon Gallery (New York), Aicon Contemporary (New York), 1x1 (Dubai), Volte Masters (Dubai), and Galerie Geek Art (Tokyo). The foundations at Art Mumbai ’24 are Kiran Nadar Museum of Art, Saffronart Foundation and RMZ Foundation.
Sculptural Walk
Sculptural Garden last year was a great success; Art Mumbai’24 is an expanded Sculptural Walk that contributes to a rich and multilayered narrative, inviting visitors to explore several large-scale outdoor sculptures as well as some interactive installations which will weave through the fair venue. This year’s Sculpture Walk will feature over 20 meticulously curated sculptures, supported by the RMZ Foundation.
Mumbai has a historical connection with the arts. Inspired by the Mumbai city's iconic landmark, the Gateway of India, Art Mumbai presents Art Mumbai Gateway, year-round programming that includes exciting conversations, exhibitions, workshops, performances, events and more, across India and around the world. The aim of this series of art walks and talks is to keep conversations surrounding the Indian, South Asian and global art worlds alive all year round. Earlier this year, Art Mumbai Gateway curated experiences in London, Delhi and Mumbai.
Speaker Session
The Speaker Series is a much awaited part of Art Museum’24 in collaboration with Kiran Ndar Museum of Art. Speaker Session has been designed to build upon the conversations and thought starters that were presented in the previous year. One session that no one should miss will focus on “Gateway to Influence: Mumbai’s Cultural Soft Power”. One session will focus on the contribution of women in conflict zones as seen through the lens of visual art. The series will give patrons an opportunity to better understand collecting patterns of the past and how they are changing today. Artificial Intelligence and Technology continue to impact the way art is being produced as well as consumed. It is really important to understand the challenges AI presents for the Art World. Presenting South Asia’s crucial role globally, many more important and thought-provoking sessions.
Live Performance
The fair is also set to play host to multiple live performances. Experience Mumbai’s electric underground club scene. Follow Rocky, the enigmatic drag king whose performance pays homage to Shammi Kapoor and the golden era of Hindi cinema. Alongside Rocky, a powerful ensemble of women reimagines masculinity through drag, blending cabaret-style dance, music, and projection. This show is an exhilarating tribute to self-expression, celebrating the art and audacity of transforming into anyone you wish to be. Don’t miss this thrilling journey into the city’s hidden heart ! 17th November, 5:30pm
Art Mumbai
Art Mumbai, the highly anticipated art fair that firmly cemented the city's reputation as an art destination, is set to be bigger and better in its second edition this year. From 14-17 November 2024, the iconic Mahalaxmi Racecourse will be home to modern and contemporary art from South Asia and beyond in an expanded cultural experience for collectors, art enthusiasts, and cultural connoisseurs alike.
After receiving a tremendous response to Art Mumbai last year, the founders are proud to see the fair emerge as a genuine celebration of community. The participation of international galleries significantly enriched the event, providing a valuable blend of diversity, exposure, networking possibilities, and a global outlook. With the second edition we hope to infuse a greater spirit of community and commerce that will elevate the overall cultural and economic influence of the fair in a global context,” says Dinesh Vazirani, Co-founder, Art Mumbai.
Tickets for Art Mumbai are Available On insider.in.
Link to Buy Tickets: https://insider.in/art-mumbai-2024-nov-2024/event
14th to 17th November 2024 at Mahalaxmi Racecourse
Please note: 14th November is by invitation only.
Art Mumbai: The Team
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