Art and Culture Centers in Chennai

Art Galleries

Tanjore Creations:

Revathy Ramakrishnan established an art lover's dream, Tanjore Creations twelve years ago. Tanjore paintings of Lord Krishna, Mahalakshmi and innovative paintings like animals are decorated with exquisite gold threads and gold ornaments are available. A highlight in the gallery is the collection of stained glass paintings, Woodcarvings and Brassware. You will find beautifully carved jewel boxes, murals and oil paintings vying for attention. Located on 15, Norton Street, Mandaveli, Chennai - 600 028 		   


   

National Art Gallery:

The National Art Gallery was built in 1907 by T. Namberumal Chetty based on a Henry Irwin design and. The building, one of the finest pieces of period architecture in the city, is inspired by Mughal architectural motifs. On display in this pink sandstone-faced building are 11th and 12th century Indian handicrafts, 17th century Deccan paintings, 16th to 18th century Mughal and Rajasthani paintings and 10th and 13th century bronzes. Located on Pantheon Road, Chennai 600 008.

   


Art World Gallery:

Art World Gallery is the oldest in South India. Established in 1965, by Soli and Moti Dharuwala, it is the fifth oldest art gallery in India. Initially functioning from various places in the city the gallery is now housed off Cenotaph Road. The gallery has had the privilege of exhibiting the works of some of the doyens of contemporary art including Professor Dheraj Chowdhary and Amithab Sen Gupta. About eight to nine exhibitions are held in a year, with around 45 paintings are exhibited in one show. What makes this gallery unique is that it gives an opportunity to artists to exhibit their works at international shows.