HEFTY.art, Sculptor Arzan Khambatta, and Bangalore Watch Company Unveil the INS Vikrant R11 Collection to Honor the Warship

To venerate the INS Vikrant R11, HEFTY.art - a digital art marketplace, sculptor Arzan Khambatta, and Bangalore Watch Company unveil the special INS Vikrant R11 collection.

The new INS Vikrant R11 collection, crafted from the reclaimed metal of the revered warship INS Vikrant R11, includes 5 exclusive sculptures designed by Arzan Khambatta and a limited-edition series of 70 wristwatches mindfully created by Bangalore Watch Company. The creations will be further fortified with HEFTY.art's digital non-fungible tokens (NFTs), infusing them with authenticity and security in the digital realm.

Arzan, the popular Mumbai artist, is recreating his existing sculpture of INS Vikrant at Lions Gate, Mumbai, and will sculpt five unique representations of the monumental warship. These sculptures will be designed to attract the essence of the warship's resilience and significance, invoking a deep appreciation for its role in Indian Naval history.

Complementing the sculptures, Bangalore Watch Company's limited-edition wristwatches will incorporate the warship's metal, establishing a tangible connection between heritage and timekeeping. Each of the 70 watches will feature cases made from marine-grade steel, sapphire crystals for durability, and a La Joux-Perret Swiss-made automatic movement with a 68-hour power reserve. This collaboration further marks the use of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) in the collectibles sector. The digital tokens, supported by HEFTY.art's technology, will serve as certificates of authenticity and ownership.

“The INS Vikrant R11, an emblem of India's naval prowess, served as an essential protector of the nation's seas during its tenure from 1961 to 1997. Notably, it was the first aircraft carrier in Asia, showcasing its significance in history. The collaboration seeks to memorialize this historic legacy by infusing its metal into the uniquely crafted art pieces that exceed multiple mediums,” said Kanishq Chhabria, Co-Founder, HEFTY.art on the remarkable feat of unveiling the collection.

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Sharing his thoughts on the initiative, Arzan said, "The 5 sculptures will create awareness with a wider audience about India's Naval history and the INS Vikrant. As the NFT market continues to grow, it will facilitate a wider reach and open new opportunities to connect with a global audience of art enthusiasts, historians, and collectors."

Nirupesh Joshi, Co-Founder and Creative Director, of Bangalore Watch Company, voiced, "The watches are made by processing the hardened steel that was recovered from the erstwhile warship to be used as dials. This detailed process took several months to handle the special materials sensitively without damage."

The exclusive collection is available for reservations and purchases from August 15, 2023. The limited-edition wristwatches by Bangalore Watch Company will be priced at INR 2,12,000/-, while Arzan Khambatta's sculptures can be acquired by redeeming the corresponding NFTs on the HEFTY.art platform, priced at INR 7,50,000/-.

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