Bhupen Khakhar
Bhupen Khakhar was an influential Indian painter known for his vibrant, narrative-driven works that often explored themes of identity, sexuality, and everyday life. His unique blend of folk and modern styles, along with his focus on marginalized voices, has made him a significant figure in contemporary Indian art.
Auction prices have declined 0.1% over 5 years. 108 results across major Indian houses.
Notable Works
Highest-value sold lots at auction.
Artist Appreciation Index
Collector AnnualPrice-per-cm² normalised across 108 verified lots, indexed to 100 at first sale date.
1Y Return
+276.8%
Sensex -10.6%
3Y Return
+121.5%
Sensex +15.5%
5Y Return
-0.1%
Sensex +42.5%
Annualised (5Y)
-0.0%
Based on 108 auction results. Confidence: High. BSE Sensex monthly closes via Yahoo Finance (^BSESN). Updated May 2026.
Liquidity Score
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Market Activity
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Notable Repeat Sales
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Auction Results
Collector AnnualAll scraped results from AstaGuru, Saffronart, Pundole's and Bonhams.
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Price Distribution
Collector AnnualNumber of works sold by INR price bracket.