Founded in 1987, Vadehra Art Gallery is a pioneer of South Asian art, representing artists across four generations from the Indian Subcontinent and its diaspora, helping to shape it as a celebration of culture, identity and intellect. As a confidante to art history and a champion of contemporary creativity, the gallery nurtures a dynamic and flourishing ecosystem where the artist and their work take centre stage, promoting a legacy of artistic expression that resonates with global audiences.
The gallery is recognized for its early support of modern masters such as M.F. Husain, Ram Kumar, S.H. Raza, and Tyeb Mehta, alongside subsequent generations of post-modernists like Arpita Singh, A. Ramachandran, Nalini Malani, Gulammohammed Sheikh, and Rameshwar Broota. Its expansive contemporary programme emphasizes influential names such as Atul Dodiya, Shilpa Gupta, Anju Dodiya, N.S. Harsha, Gauri Gill and Sunil Gupta, as well as emerging talent like Zaam Arif, Biraaj Dodiya and Ashfika Rahman.
With a commitment to active engagement and thoughtful curation, Vadehra Art Gallery presents regular exhibitions across two prominent locations in New Delhi, complemented by events, dialogues, and workshops along with a consistent digital presence, including an online shop. With a maturing global presence, the gallery participates in major international art fairs including Frieze and Art Basel, while also hosting frequent exhibitions in London and collaborating with institutional venues worldwide.
The gallery’s publishing arm, launched in 1996, addressed the vital need for comprehensive documentation, critical writing, and high-quality reproductions in South Asian art. Over the years, Vadehra Art Gallery has published numerous books and monographs in collaboration with major publishers like Penguin, Prestel and König, along with innumerable exhibition catalogues, contributing significantly to a growing archive of South Asian art and history.
