Light and Legacy: Pre-modern Art and Plein Air Painting in Madras

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Building on the rich legacy of the Madras Art Movement, Ashvita’s continues its commitment to presenting significant artistic milestones in Chennai. In celebration of the evolution of art in Madras, we are proud to present “Light and Legacy: Pre-modern Art and Plein Air Painting in Madras”, an exhibition that showcases works from renowned artists like D.P. Roy Chowdhury, K.C.S. Paniker, S. Dhanapal, and G.D. Paulraj, along with early Bengal School artists such as Abanindranath Tagore, Gaganendranath Tagore, and Nandalal Bose. This exhibition highlights the foundational elements of the Madras Art Movement, featuring rare and evocative works that demonstrate the mastery of line and watercolor techniques,alongside the broader influence of modernism.

Exhibition details:

Title: Light and Legacy: Pre-modern Art and Plein Air Painting in Madras
Exhibition Dates: April 5 to April 20, 2025
Venue: First Floor, Lalit Kala Akademi, 4, Greams Road, Thousand Lights West, Chennai – 600006
Timing: 11:00 a.m. — 7:00 p.m. (daily)