Janus Art Gallery
| Place | Kolkata |
|---|---|
| State | West Bengal |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 1998 |
| Museum Type | Art Gallery / Cultural / Commercial |
| National Importance Museum | No |
| Address | 842A/1, Upen Banerjee Rd, near Dr.Ashoke Ghosh House, Parnasree Palli, Behala, Kolkata, West Bengal 700060 |
| Visiting Time | 10:00 AM – 07:00 PM (Monday to Saturday); Sunday by appointment. |
| Entry Fee | Free Entry |
Museum Introduction
Founded in 1990 and located in the Parnasree Palli area of Behala, Janus Art Gallery is a prominent institution dedicated to the promotion of contemporary and traditional Indian art. The gallery serves as a platform for both established masters and emerging talents, focusing on the preservation of the Bengal School of Art while embracing modern experimental forms.
General Collections
The gallery maintains a diverse collection of oil paintings, watercolours, charcoal drawings, and bronze sculptures. Its inventory features works by eminent artists such as Jogen Chowdhury, Ramananda Bandyopadhyay, and Paritosh Sen, alongside a significant selection of modern abstract and figurative art.
Unique Historical Collections
Features a specialized collection of Rare Prints and Lithographs from the colonial era, alongside original sketches by some of the pioneers of the modern Indian art movement. The gallery is also known for its extensive archives of the Bengal School of Art and its influence on contemporary practitioners.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
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| Notes | The gallery is active in the international art circuit, frequently organizing exhibitions in global art hubs like London, New York, and Singapore to promote Indian art abroad. |
| Artifacts | Contemporary sculptures, traditional pattachitra-influenced modern works, limited edition serigraphs, and an array of mixed-media installations. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details | +91 93318 40678 |
| Email ID | info@janusartgallery.com |