New Delhi: Niyamat Mehta, a renowned sculptor, captivated art lovers and dignitaries at the International Asia Cup Polo 2024, held at Clover Polo Club in Windsor from June 28th to June 30th. Her stunning sculptures, showcased in collaboration with Red8 Gallery, brought a profound artistic touch to the event.
The exhibition’s opening day was a tremendous success, attracting a star-studded crowd of well-known figures from numerous industries. The attendees included celebrated fashion designers Paul Smith and Stuart Trevor, the former founder and owner of All Saints. Jay Soneji, a well recognised lawyer, and renowned interior designer Noor Charchafchi were present. Esteemed sculptor Steve Winterburn and Joe Steen, Niyamat’s representative and well-known art dealer, also attended the occasion.
The exhibition, sponsored by renowned jewellery brand Cartier and a prestigious Champagne firm, featured Niyamat’s work among masterpieces by iconic artists such Banksy, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and Keith Haring. This cooperation was made possible by Red8 Gallery, which is directed by Julian Usher.
The event’s highlight was the captivating Sunday Finals on June 30th, an action-packed day graced by the Royal Patronage of the Jaipur Royal family, who are known for their great polo tradition in both England and India. Guests enjoyed the regal ambience of the celebration, which was enhanced by Niyamat’s sculptures, which are known for their precise craftsmanship and emotional depth.
The International Asia Cup Polo International Day, a specifically selected Access Event by ASMALLWORLD, brought together art, culture, and legacy, providing attendees with privileged conditions and an exclusive experience. Niyamat Mehta’s participation constituted a watershed moment in her artistic career, honouring the rich legacy and timeless elegance of polo against the magnificent setting of Winkfield Park.
Niyamat Mehta (b. 1999) is a rising artist whose artistic vision has garnered significant attention within the art world. From being the youngest artist on display at the Palazzo Albrizzi in the 2022 Venice Biennale, to showcasing her work at the Kensington Town Hall in London, Arte Fiera di Valmadrera In Rome and more, Mehta is cementing her reputation in the art world. In an interview with Firenze Yes Please, she cited theatre contemporary form of Beethoven’s final String Quartets as inspirations for her work, which despite being written almost two centuries ago, baffle the most avant garde artists to this date. Immersed in the thriving galleries of London, Mehta draws from the interplay between consumerism and artistic expression, channelling elements of surrealism influenced by Leonora Carrington and Man Ray. While many of her most celebrated works are commentaries on the prevailing zeitgeist, Mehta received her training in the advanced pedagogical method of Robert Bodem called ‘drawing in space’. At sixteen, she was selected as a protégé to Master Sculptor Jason Arkles in Florence, Italy. Expanding her technique under Arkles, she made portraits from life using the sight size method of the Old Masters and went on to study as the youngest student at the prestigious Florence Academy of Art. Today, Mehta regularly lectures and conducts masterclasses at institutions including the London Fine Art Studio, Firenze Geko Art Studio and has her own private studio ‘Atelier Della Firenze’ in New Delhi.
