Krishen Khanna (Indian, born 1925) Bandwallahs in Formation

Oil on canvas 48 × 60 inches (122 × 152.4 cm) Signed ‘Khanna’ lower right

A sweeping diagonal of white uniformed bandwallahs marches across the canvas in perfect formation, almost cinematic formation, their red turbans blazing like drops of fire against a dusty Indian sky. Painted with Khanna’s trademark thick, sculptural impasto, the work transforms a humble street scene into a monumental celebration of rhythm and collective spirit. This is one of the largest and most powerful examples of the series to appear on the market in recent years, joining the ranks of bandwallah canvases that have achieved up to $852,000 at Sotheby’s London in 2024.

Provenance: Acquired directly from the artist; thence by descent Private collection.

Dubai Estimate: $450,000 – $650,000 USD

Location of item: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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