The Indian contemporary art market has been on an upswing in recent years. The growth has been catalyzed by the country’s economic boom and explosion in private wealth. This has been amplified by a surge in prices for the work of India’s modern masters, now nearly inaccessible for emerging collectors. Galleries have been in rapid expansion mode, participating in more art fairs internationally, and opening new spaces.
Below is a primer looking at eight of India’s top galleries, whose programs are influential and at times cutting-edge. Listed alphabetically, the featured galleries regularly participate in leading international art fairs, have placed the work of their artists in major institutions, or represent artists who frequently appear on the biennial circuit.