Thursday, February 26, 2009

"Chalo! India: A New Era of Indian Art" at the Mori Art Museum


"Chalo! India: A New Era of Indian Art"
Thru Sunday, March 15

"Chalo! India: A New Era of Indian Art," a popular exhibition featuring 27 artists from India is being held until March 15. This exhibition introducing Indian contemporary art, which has been the center of worldwide attention since the 90's, is the largest ever to be held in Japan. The art works reflect the changes of lifestyles, problems, and dreams coming from the rapid economic growth and globalization, and brings light to the current situations in India today.
The exhibition is a virtual tour through present India, so "Chalo! India (Let's go to India!)

The largest exhibition of Indian contemporary art ever to be held in Japan
“Chalo” is Hindi for "Let's go." With the words "Chalo! India" (Let's go! India), we invite you to discover an explosion of creativity and vitality in Indian contemporary art. "Chalo! India" will take you on a journey through more than 100 works by 27 artists and artist groups from all over India. Encompassing a broad range of media, including painting, sculpture, photography and installation, this exhibition examines the latest movements in Indian contemporary art.
Details: http://www.mori.art.museum/english/contents/india/index.html

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