Several key works will also be featured in the auction such as the collection of Davida & Chester Herwitz, the important patrons of Indian art, supporting the modern movement in India at its very conception.
"As with the majestic scenes Churchill committed to painting in Marrakesh, The Bridge at Aix en Provence demonstrates his preference for painting en Plein air and is one of the finest examples of his favoured subject, water.
Since the 15th generation, data have been collected on over 225 individuals. The study, with the collaboration of the living descendants, contributes to the work of the Leonardo Da Vinci Heritage Association.
The catalog comprises 63 lots collectively ranging from the pre-independence to the post-independence period, bringing alive a plethora of stories and narratives of distinctive political leaders, authors and philosophers.
Alexandra Anastasia Hamilton, Duchess of Abercorn, is the eldest daughter of Lieutenant Colonel Harold Phillips and his wife Georgina Werner. Friends and relatives knew the Duchess of Abercorn as 'Sasha'.
"This online fundraiser auction has come together thanks to the generous donations of several artists, gallerists, and collectors. As we did with our COVID-19 Relief Fundraiser Auction last year, we hope to raise a significant corpus of funds and do our small part in helping those in need."
It is estimated to fetch between 8,000,000-12,000,000 pound, which converts to approximately Rs 82 crores - Rs 122 crores.
"We hope that the sale will throw light on the careers of these women artists, some of whom have remained in the shadow for too long."
"I greatly admire Louise Bourgeois for having a family, a husband and a wonderful career but when I am looking at Spider 1994, I'm not wondering what gender of artist made the work."
As one of the most influential artists of the 20th Century, Beihong paved the way for Chinese Realism and pioneered modern art education in China. 'Slave and Lion', carries an estimate of US$45,000,000 - 58,000,000, the highest estimated Asian artwork ever offered at auction.
