In 1899, M V Dhurandhar painted Mahalakshmi in white; 127 years later, it sold for Rs 14.1 crore
In February 1899, artist Mahadev Visvanath Dhurandhar created an intriguing depiction of Shri Mahalakshmi in a white saree. This noteworthy artwork fetched an impressive Rs 14.1 crore at Saffronart's Autumn Auction in September 2026. Acquired by publisher Purushottam Vishram Mavji from Dhurandhar, the piece has been cherished by his family for generations, embodying the merger of European artistry with Indian cultural narratives.
