Bidspirit auction | Prabha Shah (b. 1947)

Prabha Shah (b. 1947) - Stones and Clouds, 1993. Oil on canvas Signed: lower right “Prabha, 93”; inscribed verso “Prabha Shah – Stones and Clouds, 12×12.” Dimensions: Framed: 38.5 × 38.5 cm | 15.1 × 15.1 in Artwork: 30.5 × 30.5 cm | 12 × 12 in Provenance: Néo Enchères, Paris, 12 June 2025, Lot 15. Condition: Good vintage condition with some signs of wear. Framed. Shipping: Aurora & Athena does not ship in-house but assists buyers in arranging shipping with trusted providers. Coordination starts after full payment, with all costs and risks on the buyer. Estimated delivery: Within the EU: 3–7 days | Outside the EU: Approx. 2–4 weeks (destination-dependent). Conditions of Sale: All lots are sold as is. See Section 4 of our Terms and Conditions for return policy. All inquiries must be made prior to bidding, as no further details can be provided after the sale. By placing a bid, you confirm that you have read and agree to our Terms and Conditions in full. -- Signed: “Prabha, 93” lower right; inscribed “Prabha Shah – Stones and Clouds, 12×12” with additional markings verso. Stones and Clouds (1993) is a poetic exploration of the dialogue between nature and abstraction. With delicate brushwork, Prabha Shah captures the tension between the solidity of stone and the fluidity of air. The surface of the painting — layered with soft ochres, muted greens, and whites — seems to dissolve form into atmosphere. Oil on canvas, this piece reflects Shah’s balance between control and spontaneity. Light and shadow dance across the composition, where the layering of colour suggests movement in stillness — a meditation on permanence and transience, every mark deliberate and organic. Beyond its painterly beauty lies Shah’s spiritual sensitivity, her hallmark as an abstract artist. Known for her contemplative approach, she brings emotional quietness and introspection to her work. Here, the boundary between the material and the metaphysical dissolves, transforming the painting into an experience — a gentle meeting of earth and sky, of weight and lightness.