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Neeraj Gupta's Divine Victory (Sri Ram Vijay) Sculpture at National Gallery of Modern Art

Neeraj Gupta’s wooden sculpture, “Divine Victory,” (or Sri Ram Vijay) captures the essence of a triumphant homecoming in a unique and contemporary style. Currently exhibited as part of the “Ramayana Chitra Kavyam” at the National Gallery of Modern Art in New Delhi, the sculpture offers a timeless portrayal of Lord Rama and Sita. The wooden sculpture stands tall, nearly six feet high and over five feet wide. Gupta employs a light terracotta finish, lending a sense of warmth and antiquity to the piece. The figures of Rama and Sita are the central focus, Rama depicted in a standing posture with his bow and quiver, symbolizing his victory. Sita, by his side, is draped in flowing attire, radiating an air of serenity. An interesting aspect of the sculpture is the faceless depiction of the central figures. Gupta deliberately avoids rendering noses and eyes on Rama and Sita. This, he explains, creates a blend of figuration and abstraction, elevating the work from mere craft to contemporary art...

Art Exhibition 'Samanvaya' to Bring Artists Together at India International Centre

The Union Minister for Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat opened the exhibition. This marked the start of the 10-day event that celebrates how creative and collaborative artists can be. This March is going to be really exciting for people who love art in the capital. The Delhi Art Society, which is led by its president Neeraj Gupta is putting together a group art exhibition called 'Samanvaya' at the India International Centre in New Delhi. The exhibition will be open to visitors from 20 March to 30 March 2026. People can visit it every day between 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM. The Union Minister for Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat opened the exhibition. This marked the start of the 10-day event that celebrates how creative and collaborative artists can be. The word 'Samanvaya' means 'harmony.' Coming together. This is what the exhibition is all about. Artists from backgrounds will show their work on the same platform. This gives visitors a chance t...

Neeraj Gupta’s Breakthrough Year: Artistic Mastery and Market Success in 2025

Neeraj Gupta’s Breakthrough Year: Artistic Mastery and Market Success in 2025 One of the standout moments of the year was the sale of his marble sculpture “It’s the Wind Rises” for ₹17.5 lakhs, excluding the gallery commission of Chawla Art Gallery. This was the good price for a single work by Gupta so far. In 2025, one of the famous sculpture artists in the world,  Neeraj Gupta  reached a milestone in his artistic journey. This year brought both strong recognition and creative growth in the art industry. With increasing appreciation for his continued experimentation and work with marble, Gupta further strengthened his position among India’s notable contemporary sculpture artists.   Neeraj Gupta is a renowned sculpture artist who has won numerous accolades, such as the Sahitya Kala Parishad Award, Florence Biennale Awards, Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize, and  National Academy of Art, to name a few. He is the founder and president of the Delhi Art Society and member ...