Introduction
- Zodiac sign
- Libra
- Age
- 90
- Place of Birth
- Dhaka, Undivided India | Present-day Bangladesh
- Place of Death
- Calcutta, West Bengal, India
- State Country of Birth
- Undivided India | Present-day Bangladesh
- State Country of Death
- West Bengal, India
Chronicled Highlights 17
Paritosh Sen — Dhaka, Undivided India | Present-day Bangladesh.
In 2021, the artist achieved a new high in the auction market with the sale of Untitled (1956), offered in the Spring Online Auction: Modern and Contemporary Indian Art by Saffronart, which concluded on 12 March 2021 at Online, achieving a sale price of ₹41,56,790 ($57,733). This record marked a defining moment in the artist's market history, reflecting both the significance of the artwork and its reception within the broader art world.
In 2021, the artist achieved a new high in the auction market with the sale of House Of Banaras (1958), offered in the Collectors Choice: Modern Indian Art by Asta Guru, which concluded on 26 June 2021 at Online, achieving a sale price of ₹63,92,468 ($86,149.19). This record marked a defining moment in the artist's market history, reflecting both the significance of the artwork and its reception within the broader art world.
In 2004, the artist achieved a new high in the auction market with the sale of Isabelle Before The Mirror (1981), offered in the Masterpieces & Museum Quality III: Indian Contemporary Paintings with Rare Books and Vintage Film Memorabilia by Osian's, which concluded on 26 March 2004 at Mumbai, achieving a sale price of ₹4,31,250 ($9,641). This record marked a defining moment in the artist's market history, reflecting both the significance of the artwork and its reception within the broader art world.
In 2001, the artist achieved a new high in the auction market with the sale of Bag Lady (1982), offered in the India: The Passionate Detachment: Curated Auctions of Indian Modern and Contemporary Art and Books by Osian's, which concluded on 24 February 2001 at Mumbai, achieving a sale price of ₹2,20,000 ($4,723). This record marked a defining moment in the artist's market history, reflecting both the significance of the artwork and its reception within the broader art world.
In 2006, the artist achieved a new high in the auction market with the sale of Isabelle In Black Dress (1982), offered in the Masterpieces & Museum Quality Series VI: With Rare Drawings and Books on Indian Contemporary Art by Osian's, which concluded on 01 March 2006 at New Delhi, achieving a sale price of ₹27,60,000 ($62,232). This record marked a defining moment in the artist's market history, reflecting both the significance of the artwork and its reception within the broader art world.
In 2006, the artist achieved a new high in the auction market with the sale of Ahmedabad Scene (1982), offered in the Indian Art: Including Miniatures and Modern Indian Paintings by Sotheby's, which concluded on 19 September 2006 at New York, achieving a sale price of ₹38,73,240 ($84,000). This record marked a defining moment in the artist's market history, reflecting both the significance of the artwork and its reception within the broader art world.
On 20 December 1987, Paritosh Sen made their debut in the Indian public auction market when Cockatoo was presented as Lot 27 in Contemporary Indian Art (Charity Auction), conducted by Christie's in Mumbai, India. This auction marked the artist's first recorded appearance in the public auction market, establishing the earliest chapter of their auction history.
In 1997, the artist achieved a new high in the auction market with the sale of The Party (1989), offered in the The Indian Sale by Sotheby's, which concluded on 08 May 1997 at London, achieving a sale price of ₹1,20,198 ($3,357). This record marked a defining moment in the artist's market history, reflecting both the significance of the artwork and its reception within the broader art world.
In 2005, the artist achieved a new high in the auction market with the sale of Women At A Sacred Tank (1989), offered in the Indian and Southeast Asian Art: Including Modern Indian Paintings by Sotheby's, which concluded on 01 April 2005 at New York, achieving a sale price of ₹8,92,704 ($20,400). This record marked a defining moment in the artist's market history, reflecting both the significance of the artwork and its reception within the broader art world.
Humour and liveliness are two important elements in my mental make-up as an artist. I have always tried to live life fully and to consciously avoid stagnation in all forms. A life without humour is inconceivable to me. To be alive is to be able to laugh. And I enjoy laughing most, when I succeed in cracking a joke at my own cost, whether that be in the conduct of my daily life or in my painting.
In 2002, the artist achieved a new high in the auction market with the sale of Young Women Eating Fried Prawns On The Beach (1990), offered in the European and Modern and Contemporary Indian Paintings by Bowrings, which concluded on 20 November 2002 at New Delhi, achieving a sale price of ₹2,80,000 ($5,808). This record marked a defining moment in the artist's market history, reflecting both the significance of the artwork and its reception within the broader art world.
In 1997, the artist achieved a new high in the auction market with the sale of Watering the Sunflower Plants (1991), offered in the Indian Contemporary Art by Christie's, which concluded on 04 June 1997 at London, achieving a sale price of ₹1,27,899 ($3,575). This record marked a defining moment in the artist's market history, reflecting both the significance of the artwork and its reception within the broader art world.
In 2004, the artist achieved a new high in the auction market with the sale of Man Trying To Hop Into A Ladies (1991), offered in the Indian and Southeast Asian Art: Including Modern Indian Paintings by Sotheby's, which concluded on 24 September 2004 at New York, achieving a sale price of ₹7,71,792 ($16,800). This record marked a defining moment in the artist's market history, reflecting both the significance of the artwork and its reception within the broader art world.
In 2001, Paritosh Sen Mini Retrospective marked a major milestone in the exhibition history of Paritosh Sen, offering a retrospective survey of the artist's artistic production
In 2001, Selections from 60 years A Retrospective of the Works of Shri Paritosh Sen marked a major milestone in the exhibition history of Paritosh Sen, offering a retrospective survey of the artist's artistic production
In 2005, the artist achieved a new high in the auction market with the sale of Hasya Rasa - Or Comic Sentiment (2002), offered in the Summer Online Auction: Modern and Contemporary Indian Art by Saffronart, which concluded on 12 May 2005 at Online, achieving a sale price of ₹10,09,808 ($23,321). This record marked a defining moment in the artist's market history, reflecting both the significance of the artwork and its reception within the broader art world.
In 2002, Retrospective Exhibition of Paritosh Sen marked a major milestone in the exhibition history of Paritosh Sen, offering a retrospective survey of the artist's artistic production
Economics of Art
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Public Auction Market (1987–2026) | Select Indicators
Annual Auction Sale Turnover
It aggregates all sales across global auction houses into yearly totals.
Analysis reflected in the chart:
The turnover graph highlights periods of strong growth, moments of market correction, and resilience during downturns. Peaks often align with landmark works coming to public auction, while troughs may indicate reduced supply or weaker demand. Over time, the curve illustrates the overall trajectory of Paritosh Sen’s public auction market presence.
Average Sale Price Per Lot
It smooths out fluctuations caused by the quantity of works offered and focuses on the Average Sale Price level per artwork.
Analysis reflected in the chart:
Rising average sale prices indicate growing collector confidence and a stronger willingness to pay higher amounts per work. Assuming the mix of mediums remains relatively stable over time, the proportion of works on paper typically priced lower than works on canvas adds important context to understanding these market movements.
Square Inch Rate Trend
This allows fair comparisons between smaller works and larger canvases.
Analysis reflected in the chart:
The Square Inch Rate shown in the graph combines various medium types such as canvas, paper, board, and others. Historically, works on canvas and board have broadly commanded higher prices compared to works on paper.
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