Tagore’s Letter Goes for 6 Crore—And That’s Not Even the Whole Story
You know Rabindranath Tagore, right? Nobel Prize winner, the guy who wrote our national anthem. But here’s something wild—one of his old letters just sold for ₹6 crore at auction. And get this: a little bronze statue he made? That went for another crore. Crazy numbers, but honestly? Not surprised.
So What Exactly Got Sold?
The auction happened earlier this month—one of those fancy international ones where rich collectors and museums fight over historical stuff. The big-ticket item was a handwritten letter from Tagore himself. Six crore rupees for a piece of paper! But when you think about it, how many original Tagore letters are even left out there? Almost none. That’s why the price shot up like crazy.
And then there’s the statue. Here’s the thing—most people don’t even know Tagore dabbled in sculpture. Turns out he did, and this small bronze piece might be the only one that survived. Kinda makes you wonder what else we don’t know about him, doesn’t it?
Why This Matters
Let me put it this way: when a 100-year-old letter sells for more than most Mumbai apartments, it’s not just about the money. That letter? It’s got his actual handwriting, his thoughts scribbled down in the moment. For historians and fans, it’s like holding a piece of his mind. And the sculpture—well, it’s physical proof that the man could do pretty much anything he put his mind to.
But here’s what’s really interesting: Tagore’s stuff has always sold well, but these prices? They’re breaking records. Shows how much people still care about his work, even a century later. Some folks buy it as an investment, sure. But most? They just want to own a piece of history.
What People Are Saying
Talked to a professor friend of mine who studies Bengali literature. His take? “This proves Tagore wasn’t just a poet—he was this unstoppable creative force.” And he’s right. The media’s going nuts over it too, with every art magazine and news channel covering the auction. Good thing, honestly. Makes more people appreciate our cultural heritage.
Oh, and museums are paying attention now. Wouldn’t be surprised if we see more Tagore exhibits popping up worldwide after this.
Final Thoughts
At the end of the day, these sales aren’t just about crores changing hands. They’re a reminder of how one man’s ideas can outlive him by generations. Makes you want to go read some of his poems again, doesn’t it?
If you’re curious now, here are some ways to learn more:
- See scans of Tagore’s actual letters online (way cheaper than 6 crore!)
- That documentary about his life everyone’s talking about
- Upcoming Tagore exhibits near you
Seriously though—6 crore for a letter. Wonder what Tagore would think about that.
Source: News18 Hindi – Nation
