- News
- Videos News
- TOI originals News
- 'Luminous Legacy': Iconic Works of M.F. Hussain, S.H. Raza, and others of Progressive Artists Group
Trending
'Luminous Legacy': Iconic Works of M.F. Hussain, S.H. Raza, and others of Progressive Artists Group
74 views | Jul 11, 2023, 08:42:36 PM | TOI.in
- Share
An epic art exhibition celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Progressive Artists Group received an overwhelming response in Delhi. It showcased the visionary works of founding members like M.F. Hussain, S.H. Raza, F.N. Souza, K.H. Ara, H.A. Gade, and Sadanand K. Bakre. The event was organized by the Raza Foundation and Triveni Kala Sangam, in collaboration with 'Luminous Legacy'.The exhibition transported visitors to a time of independence and diversity, where they could dive into the brilliance of these iconic artists. The artworks transcended boundaries, challenging traditional norms and taking viewers on a captivating journey through the 1940s and beyond, when India was forging its path towards a secular and liberated nation.Let's delve into the history of the Progressive Artists Group (PAG). In the vibrant city of Bombay, back in the summer of 1949, these six extraordinary artists showcased their groundbreaking work at the Bombay Art Society Salon. This exhibition became a defining moment for modern art in India, forever shaping its course.The PAG consisted of F.N. Souza, S.H. Raza, M.F. Husain, K.H. Ara, Sadanand K. Bakre, and Hari Ambadas Gade. Owning a masterpiece by Raza or Husain signifies not only a love for art but also holds social prestige. With an impressive daily footfall of 400, the exhibition drew crowds.
Recommended Playlist
- 03:01
Sinha Brothers Attend The Art of Confluence Launch9 months ago - 03:19Shriya, Sophie, Fatima & Karan Shine at LFW 202510 months ago
- 03:19Shriya, Sophie, Fatima & Karan Shine at LFW 202510 months ago
- 02:22TOI Dialogues Uttarakhand: Celebrating Devbhoomi’s Spirit and Heritage4 months ago
- 03:08India-Philippines Friendship Celebrated Amid Colorful Diwali Festivities at SM Mall of Asia3 months ago
- 01:43Ridhima Sharma Talks About Who Gave Gandhi Ji The Title 'Father Of The Nation | Subhash Chandra Bose1 month ago
- 06:42India Day Parade in Seattle Becomes Largest Independence Day Event Abroad, Celebrities Also Attend6 months ago
- 03:24India’s Soft Power Rises As Jaishankar Expands Global Gita Mahotsav, Kurukshetra Festival Outreach2 months ago
- 03:54Modi Fever Grips Maldives: Indian Diaspora Cheers, Kids Dance, and Muizzu Rolls Out the Red Carpet6 months ago
- 03:39Decoding Ayodhya’s Dharma Dhwaj And The Deep Meaning Behind Om, Sun And The Sacred Kovidara Tree2 months ago
Short Videos
Explore Every Corner
Across The Globe
Who is Elana Meyers Taylor HusbandZIM vs IRE T20 World Cup Live ScoreLindsey VonnCBSE Class 10th Maths Basic PaperJEE Main Session 1 ResultSalman Ali AghaSuryakumar YadavMohammed KaifShoaib AkhtarR AshwinPAK vs NAM Live StreamingGold Silver PricesJEE Main Odisha Twin BrothersT20 World Cup Points TableSunil GavaskarEmmanuel Macron India VisitCBSE 2026 Maths Paper AnalysisWho is Yuvraj SamraZIM vs IRE T20 WC MatchRamadan Moon SightingOman visa free travelDubai Lamborghini crashBarack ObamaAdani groupIT StocksGSEB Admit CardCBSE Class 10 Maths Standard PaperPakistan attackTarique RahmanT20 World Cup 2026 Schedule
Hot on the Web
Salim Khan Health UpdateRobert Duvall DeathRamadan Mubarak MessagesIndian DishesAnurag KashyapVijay DeverakondaWeight LossSmita ManjareRajpal YadavSolar Eclipse 2026Ameesha PatelTrisha KrishnanPremium Indian DishesRamadan 2026George ClooneyRanveer Singh'O'Romeo' Box Office CollectionSnakes Hiding SpotsSurya Grahan 2026Prathyusha Death CaseMaya AngelouJana NayaganIndian Vs American ChildrenMardaani 3 Box Office CollectionAmavasya 2026Border 2 CollectionRamadan 2026 DateBorder 2 Movie ReviewAnushka SharmaTu Yaa Main Movie ReviewToday Gold Rate in ChennaiDelhi Weather TodayDelhi AQI TodayMumbai AQI TodayMaharashtra Public Holidays 2026Nissan Gravite MPV LaunchBill GatesElon MuskSridhar VembuGoogle Pixel 10aFastag Annual Pass Scam
Trending Topics
New Zealand vs Canada Match ScorecardIreland vs Zimbabwe Match ScorecardOPSC OCS Recruitment 2026MrBeastLaura LoomerImran KhanTamil Nadu interim budgetScotland vs Nepal ScorecardDelhi Yamuna riverBombay high courtVinod PaliencarDwarka crash caseRahul GandhiTamil Nadu interim budget 2026Sunjay Kapur propertyVaibhav SuryavanshiChennai Fintech TowerTelangana SIRShivratri melaBengaluru RobberyJEE Main 2026 ResultTwitch streamer JasontheweenIndia–US partnershipHimachal AssemblyTaylor SwiftWho was Dana EdenBoston BruinsCBSE Exam NotificationCandace OwensJutta LeerdamCMSiddaramaiahIncome tax rules 2026MP EWS QuotaUP women FIRIT stocksInfosys shareBengaluru accidentDelhi UniversityJharkhand gangsterHow to watch ICC T20 World Cup 2026 in USAHow to watch ICC T20 World Cup 2026 in CanadaHow to watch T20 World Cup online in India
Popular Categories
HeadlinesSports NewsBusiness NewsIndia NewsWorld NewsBollywood NewsHealth+ TipsIndian TV ShowsTechnologyTravelEtimesHealth & FitnessHow to watch T20 World Cup OnlineIndia vs Pakistan MatchAstrologyAutoWeather TodayGold Rate Today DelhiSilver Rate TodayPlatinum Rate TodayIs Bank open todayBank Holidays in February 2026Public Holidays in February 2026DeorhiTechnology NewsInternational SportsPublic HolidaysBank HolidaysT20 World Cup Squad IndiaT20 Wprld Cup Squad
Trending Videos
Vadodara: Student Success, Tragedy, Tech Boost, Exam Chaos & Political StirVaranasi: Tragedy, Safety Alerts & Housing PushBangladesh Political Power Shift: BNP’s Tarique Rahman Sworn In as PMAfter Day 1 Glitches at AI Summit, Ashwini Vaishnaw Says Sorry, Assures Better ArrangementsSarah Ferguson 'Shuts Down' Six Companies After Epstein Email Revelations Spark Fresh Royal Scandal US-Iran War Outcome Decided? Trump Deploys 'Radar-Blinding' Growler In Middle EastHow Pakistan trained after embarrassing defeat to India in ColomboShankh Airlines Chief Shravan Vishwakarma Backs UP Airport Boom At UP Transformation Dialogues EventBMW X3 30 Review: More Power, Speed but Better? | TOI AutoToyota Urban Cruiser Ebella Drive Review: Too late or still game? | TOI Auto'Must Be Democratised': Vaishnaw Flags 'AI Divide', Hails Investments At India AI Impact SummitAnil Kapoor Reveals Insecurity Is the Secret Behind His Energy at 69Jeffrey Epstein Emails About Toxic Trumpet Plants: DOJ Files Fuel New ‘Zombie Drug’ ControversyPakistan Cricket Crisis Deepens After Asim Munir Reportedly Upset With Mohsin Naqvi After India LossSaudi Kaan Fighter Jet Negotiations With Turkiye Irks Trump Administration | 'Why Not Buy American?'From Trust To Technology: How India’s Digital Media Is Redefining Power In The Age Of AI DisruptionBangladesh Oath Ceremony Row: BNP Defies Yunus Govt's Proposal As Tarique Rahman Takes ChargeCuba Flights Hit As U.S. Tightens Energy Blockade; Russian Tourists Flee As Moscow Deploys Aircraft
Latest News
George Pickens drama exposes Cowboys’ double standard on accountability as Jerry Jones defends troubled starSarvam AI unveils Kaze, its first AI-powered smart glasses designed and built in IndiaRhode Island shooter and trans parent Robert Dorgan gave chilling warning before attack: 'We go berserk...'Ajith gives fans RARE chance to race with him, Lucky fans strapped in for high-grade rideCigarettes, laptops, mobile phones worth Rs 65.99 lakh seized from air passengers in Coimbatore'Maragadha Naanayam 2' shoot begins with grand ritual; Karthi flags off Aadhi’s fantasy sequelStock market today: Here are the top gainers and losers on NSE, BSE on February 17 - check listPM Modi says India-France to manufacture first helicopter flying to the heights of Mount EverestZimbabwe create history, storm into Super Eight; Australia eliminated from T20 World Cup'We are open-minded': Ashwini Vaishnaw apologises for inconvenience at AI Impact Summit, sets up 'war room'Sabarimala row: With Kerala polls around, Left takes vague stand on women’s entry after backing reformSilicon Valley-style fallout: Uber adds fuel to fire as Türkiye’s Getir founders sue Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala for $700M betrayalAniruddha Roy Chowdhury’s Dear Ma screens at Pune International Film FestivalDRDO DG at AI Summit: Cannot depend on Google Gemini, ChatGPT and other foreign-developed AI models for military apps“Not one single person on earth…”: MrBeast claims no creator has worked harder than him and the internet is dividedWho is Elana Meyers Taylor’s husband Nic Taylor? Inside Winter Olympics bobsleigh gold medalist’s love story, children, comeback and moreBhagalpur collectorate evacuated after receiving bomb threatOPSC OCS Recruitment 2026: 465 govt jobs, online applications close soon; apply here
Copyright © 2026 Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. For reprint rights: Times Syndication Service