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Since its independence in 1947, India has continued to build on a cultural lineage that dates back to the earliest known civilizations of the Indus Valley and Harappa. In a nation with a complex history shaped by cultural encounters and colonization, cultural identity is understood as fluid and evolving, shaped by both history and adapted con tempo to present, contemporary influences. These identities have long been expressed through a rich variety of regional art and craft practices. Artists, dedicated to their traditions, take on the significant challenge of representing this ever-evolving culture.

 

 The Heera collection : Reimagining India's Multifaceted Heritage seeks to capture the rich diversity of Indian art and craft practices across its many states and union territories. Each piece narrates his-story, reflecting the region's heritage and the artist's personal expression, presented to an international audience for the first time.

 

Art has long been a bridge between the past, present, and future, allowing us to explore our identity and evolution. The diverse materials used to express and convey each area’s heritage are as organic as the tales that come from them. Through these works, the collection emphasizes the importance of inclusive and pluralistic understandings of culture and identity, giving a platform to all voices, including those from marginalized communities and lesser-known regions of India.The nuances of India’s story through these ancient roots in heritage are traced back by the work of these contemporary artists from the interiors of India.

 

Despite the gradual recognition of contemporary Indian art on the global stage, the immense diversity of its cultural practices remains underrepresented. This collection is not just an exhibition. It is a celebration of the enduring legacy and evolving identity of Indian art. It is a declaration that these artists and their voices are here to stay, continually shaping and reshaping the narrative of what it means to be Indian today.