A hundred years ago | A lecture in Bombay
This archival piece recounts a 1926 lecture in Bombay regarding the historical development of Indian painting. The speaker emphasized the unique creative genius and ancient traditions inherent in Indian art history.
Why it matters
It provides historical context on the preservation and academic study of Indian cultural heritage, reflecting on the long-standing appreciation of traditional arts.
Bombay, August 31: The Society for the Encouragement of Indian Art held an Exhibition at the Town Hall entirely composed of ancient Indian paintings and textiles. The Exhibition was opened on the 18th instant by Her Highness the Maharani of Baroda and will be closed to-day. Mr. G. Venkatachalam, Secretary of the International University of Arts, Adyar, delivered an interesting lecture yesterday. The subject of the lecture was “The Historical Development of Indian Painting.” The lecturer said that India stood unique in the world, as regards its output of creative genius, both of mind and handicraft. Painting was an ancient art in India but its traditions were lost in the mist of time.
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