Archive · 1 Jul 2025
Gond Art 'Jangarh Kalam' Exhibition Opens in Delhi
Imagine a village called Patangarh, where talented Gond artists live.
An artist named Jangarh Singh Shyam helped create a new style of art.
Now, there's an art show in Delhi called 'Jangarh Kalam' showing paintings by these artists.
These paintings use special dots, lines, and bright colors to show gods, animals, and plants.
The show highlights how this art has become famous, moving from village walls to important art galleries and museums.
It celebrates the art of the Gond people and keeps their traditions alive.
An exhibition, 'Jangarh Kalam from Patangarh Continued,' features Gond art.
The exhibition at Triveni Kala Sangam showcases works by 18 Gond artists.
These artists follow the style of Jangarh Singh Shyam, a pioneer in Gond art.
The show highlights the evolution of Gond art from village homes to galleries.
The Raza Foundation and Progressive Art Gallery support the exhibition.
- Who
- 18 Gond artists, following Jangarh Singh Shyam's style.
- What
- An exhibition of Gond art called 'Jangarh Kalam from Patangarh Continued'.
- When
- From June 30 to July 10.
- Where
- Triveni Kala Sangam in Delhi.
- Why
- To showcase and celebrate the evolution of Gond art.
Supporters of Indigenous Art
Those Prioritizing Market Value
Artistic Recognition vs. Market Focus
Supporters of Indigenous Art
Gond art should be recognized for its artistic merit and historical significance.
Those Prioritizing Market Value
Focusing solely on marketability can overshadow the artistic and cultural value.
- Exhibition Title
- Jangarh Kalam from Patangarh Continued
- Location
- Triveni Kala Sangam, Delhi
- Dates
- June 30 to July 10
- Artists Featured
- 18 Gond artists
- Artistic Style
- Jangarh Kalam
- Organizer
- Raza Foundation