Seema Kohli (b. 1960, New Delhi) is a renowned Indian contemporary artist celebrated for her multidisciplinary approach encompassing painting, sculpture, installation, and performance art. Her work delves into themes of femininity, spirituality, and metaphysical existence, drawing from diverse traditions such as Hinduism, Sufism, and Greek mythology. Kohli’s art has been showcased at prestigious venues including the Kochi-Muziris Biennale,
Venice Biennale, and Art Basel. Her creations reside in esteemed collections like the British Museum, Museum of Art and Photography (India), and the Rubin Museum (USA). She has received accolades such as the Lalit Kala Akademi National Award for Women (2007) and the B.C. Sanyal Award (2017).
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