One of India’s top art events is back

The collector base of India is also increasing. A large majority of them look forward to both Art Expo India and India Art Fair (formerly India Art Summit). The events are among the most widely attended and also the most popular art displays. The fair is building on its popularity and scale to capitalize on one of the world's fastest expanding economies and also to cater a large base of HNIs (high net-worth individuals).

Launched in 2008, the 3rd Edition of India Art Fair (previously known as India Art Summit) recorded over a hundred thousand visitors from all top cities in India and more than 65 cities around the world. Out of the total 84 galleries that took part, not less than 34 were international galleries – almost double the number that featured in the previous edition, bringing a fine blend of international and domestic flavor.

Signifying the buoyancy and vibrancy of Indian art market, the 4th Edition of India Art Fair takes place from 25 January, 2012 until 29 January at New Delhi’s spacious NSIC Exhibition Grounds. As always, its organizers are committed to enhancing its scale and the quality of art on offer with the aim of delivering an enriching art experience to the visitors.

Key Highlights from India Art Summit 2011

• 1,28,000 visitors over 4 days from 17 cities in India, and 67 cities around the world
• 84 galleries exhibited from 20 countries in 8000 sq mtr. of exhibition space
• About 80% of galleries sold more than 4-5 works, with some galleries selling
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• Speakers’ Forum included 42 world renowned experts from India and overseas like Homi Bhabha, Anish Kapoor, Geeta Kapur, Sheena Wagstaff, Hou Hanru and Hans Ulrich Obrist.
• 37 media partners including leading global media like Financial Times, The Art Newspaper, Flash Art International and Canvas
• Marketing and Public Relations worth over Rs. 19 Crores (US $4.1 million) covering India and 180 countries

The new edition again puts the focus firmly on the fast growing contemporary Indian art market. In the last edition, almost all the galleries reported brisk sales, as the fair attracted an impressive number of aspiring collectors. The 4th edition promises to see a greater number of collectors, artists, galleries and audiences from India and across the globe.