Popular Bazaar Art of India
Dec 11, 2021 - Mar 31, 2022
This exhibition celebrated the rich history of early Indian prints and bazaar art, showcasing over 200 artifacts from the early 1900s to the 1960s. Highlights included lithographic prints, illustrated calendars, enamel signs, textile labels, and packaging materials that reflected the vibrant cultural and artistic evolution of the era.
Notable pieces featured works by master artists like Raja Ravi Varma and M.V. Dhurandhar, transforming everyday items into timeless art. The collection offered insights into the history of printing, advertising, and socio-cultural norms, preserving the legacy of these “lost arts” for future generations.
"Popular Bazaar Art of India" provided a rare glimpse into an overlooked yet influential form of popular culture and design.
In The Gallery