George Keyt Foundation Charity Auction Conducted by Sotheby’s

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The George Keyt Foundation, recently hosted a prestigious fundraising dinner and art auction conducted by Sotheby’s marking a historic moment for Sri Lankan art. Featuring works from the renowned ‘43 Group and contemporary talents, the event celebrated the nation’s artistic heritage and its global significance. Prior to the auction, panel discussions explored the evolution of Sri Lankan art, with notable speakers including Channa Daswatte, Anoma Wijewardene, Durjoy Rahman, and Ishrat Kanga, Co-Worldwide Head of Modern and Contemporary South Asian Art at Sotheby’s. This landmark auction offered a curated selection of innovative artworks, bridging local culture with universal artistic narratives.

Shirell, Yanithra Diren and Shiralee

Ravi and Vanathy

Ajith, Channa and Channa

Leesha and Niloo

Sharmila, Hanna and Akram

Chairperson George Keyt Foundation, Malaka Talwatte

Vinod, Leena, Channa, Malaka and Abbas

Ishrat Kanga, Co-Worldwide Head,
Modern and Contemporary South Asian Art, Sotheby's, London

Mahela

Iromie

Sonia

Colombo Jewellery Stores created and donated a 'Jewelled Parrot' brooch inspired by Keyt to raise funds for the Charity Auction of the George Keyt Foundation .

Shyamalee and Shea