DESIGN THESIS

ON ART GALLERY
BY JASPREET KOUR
V1817203

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 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

My foremost thanks go to Dr. Srinarahari, Principal for providing the necessary support and
guidance for completion of this report.
I express my sincere thanks to Ar Soujanya.M , Faculty – ISD Department who supported me during
the time of report preparation.

Place: Bengaluru Name & Signature: Jaspreet Kour

Date: Reg. No. V1817203

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 DECLARATION

I hereby declare that the Design Thesis titled ‘An Art gallery’ submitted to Bengaluru Central
University for partial fulfilment of requirement for Bachelor of Visual Arts in Interior and
Spatial Design course was conducted by me at Animaster College of Animation and Design,
Hebbal under the guidance of Ar. Soujanya. M. The report has not been previously submitted
for any other degree of any university.

Place: Bengaluru Name & Signature: Jaspreet Kour

Date: Reg. No. V1817203

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 INDEX

S.NO TOPICS PG NO.

1 ABSTRACT 5-8
2 REQUIREMENTS 8
3 DATA COLLECTION 8-12
4 LITERATURE STUDY (INTERNATIONAL & NATIONAL) 13
5 CASE STUDY (NGMA, BANGALORE) 14-15
6 ABOUT CHHATTISGARH 16-21
7 CLIENT BOARD 22
8 SITE ANALYSIS 23
9 CLIENT BOARD 24
10. MOOD BOARD 25
11. LOGO 26
12. FLOOR PLAN 27

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• Why an art gallery?
Museums and art galleries help visitors better understand the role of history and
important artworks and preserve important collections at the same time. I live in a place
which have very less art galleries which leads to less information and guidance towards
the local culture and traditions. I want to design an art gallery which shows everything
related to the place where I live. An art gallery which shows the local forms of art,
traditions, food, look attire, etc. , an art gallery which also consists of a library where
local writers can showcase their writeups and books. This gallery will be open to all the
artists who want to showcase or exhibit their art.
• What is an art gallery?
An art gallery or art museum is a building or space for the exhibition of art, usually
visual art. Museums can be public or private, but what distinguishes a museum is the
ownership of a collection. Paintings are the most commonly displayed art objects;
however, sculpture, decorative arts, furniture, textiles, costume, drawings, pastels,
watercolors, collages, prints, artists' books, photographs, and installation art are also
regularly shown. Although primarily concerned with providing a space to show works
of visual art, art galleries are sometimes used to host other artistic activities, such as
performance art, music concerts, or poetry readings.
What is art?
Art, in its broadest sense, is a form of communication. It means whatever the artist intends
it to mean, and this meaning is shaped by the materials, techniques, and forms it makes use
of, as well as the ideas and feelings it creates in its viewers . Art is an act of expressing
feelings, thoughts, and observations.
Many of the arts are experienced visually but can also be audible or enjoyed through sensory
touch. Arts were traditionally appreciated primarily for their beauty or emotional power but
are now often used for political expression or social commentary.
What are different forms of art?
Specific mediums and forms of artistic expression have changed throughout human history,
but for the most part, art falls into one of the following seven classical forms. Each different
form of art is experienced differently and affects our emotions and feelings.
▪ Painting: Painting is what most minds jump to when we think of art. Painting is the most
commonly taught art medium in childhood education. Many of today’s best-
known contemporary artists work in this medium, including Alec Monopoly, David
Kracov, Yoel Benharrouche, Angelo Accardi, and Calman Shemi.
THE STARRY NIGHT
Artist: Vincent Van Gogh
Date: 1889
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▪ Sculpture: Sculpture is another ancient visual art form that dates back to
prehistoric times. A sculpture creates three-dimensional visual images,
traditionally using materials such as clay, stone, ceramics, metals, or
wood. Famous classical sculptors such as Michelangelo and Myron favored
carving and casting techniques using marble and bronze. Many of the most well-
known sculptures in the world, such as ‘David’, ‘The Statue of Liberty’, and
‘Manneken Pis’, use these materials.
▪ Literature: Literature is an art form that shares stories. It is an art form of language
and can be read or spoken. The Concise Oxford Dictionary defines literature as
“writings whose value lies in the beauty of form or emotional effect.” Literature
crosses all written languages and encompasses a wide range of written works,
including poetry, essays, plays, biographies, fiction, non-fiction, satires, and more.
▪ Architecture: Architecture is the art form you pass every day without realizing or fully
appreciating it as an art form. Architecture is the art of structures, and we could reasonably date
architecture back to the point when man first created shelter. However, the more common
perception of architecture as an art form relates to just a handful of buildings that are particularly
beautiful or awe-inspiring. Architecture serves a functional purpose but is an early and consistent
representation of man’s desire to build meaningful structures throughout history. Architecture is
both a utility necessity and an art form, and as sculpture, it is publicly available.
▪ Cinema: Cinema is the newest of the seven forms of art. Created just over a century ago,
cinema may not have the length of history as the other art forms on this list, but it has quickly
become one of the most popular. Movies are the projection of a three-dimensional world onto a
two-dimensional screen, an art form that engages our audible and visual senses. Like literature,
movies tell a story, but they do so with both spoken word, visual art and more.
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▪ Music: Music is the art of arranging audible sounds and vibrations to produce a musical
composition using the elements of melody, harmony, rhythm, and timbre. Music can use
the human voice, instruments, or both. Music is an art form that is culturally universal
and present in all human societies across the world. Music also has strong associations
with religion and is a standard part of many religious practices. When sounds produced
by vocal cords and various instruments are combined, they can express the beauty of
emotion.
▪ Theater: Theater is an art form where the artist combines both visual art and dramatic
performance. Over time the definition of theatre has broadened to include performance art.
Usually, it includes different art forms where the artist or artists present or perform their art
on a stage. Theater often incorporates the other seven different forms of art in its total
package, with music, set design, and literature often used as elements of theater production.
What are the different types of art galleries?
o Commercial art gallery: A commercial gallery is a for-profit business with a
transactional model: collectors buy pieces of artwork on display so both the gallery
and the artist get a cut of the revenue. These spaces typically curate selective
shows based on what’s likely to sell (by extension boosting their reputation in the
art world). Some commercial galleries are public, meaning anyone can walk in off
the street and purchase an artwork if they have the funds. Others are private,
meaning collectors must be members to gain access to the art for purchase.
PACE GALLERY, NEW YORK
o Artist run initiative: Artist-run initiatives, also known as co-operatives, involve a
group of artists coming together to split the costs and responsibilities of running a
gallery. These outlets typically use a rotational schedule, meaning that artists may
get a chance once every few months or years to show their creations. These
galleries typically grant artists more control over displays, pricing and distribution.
Since there’s technically no middleman, artists may get a higher cut of the profits.
But for every dollar earned, there’s a significant amount of elbow grease (and up-
front investment) that goes into splitting a gallery between a group.
o Non-profit gallery: Just like the business world is full of for-profit and non-profit
organizations, so is the art world. Non-profits receive their funding from grants
and donations, and the commissions are typically much lower than you’d find in
the commercial world. The upside? These organizations can accept artists based on
sheer merit rather than clout.
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 THE MUSEUM OF MODERN ART, NEW YORK

o Vanity gallery: Vanity galleries charge artists a fee to show their work, thus deriving their
primary income from this “rental” fee rather than commissions on pieces. These galleries
may charge for their entire space for a period of time, or offer artists a wall for a set price
for a period of time. While it’s an avenue for new artists to get their name out into the
world, vanity galleries are rarely (if ever) as reputable as commercial galleries or co-ops.

Requirements for an art gallery:

• Administration • Conservation room

• Guard room • Cafeteria
• Store room • Art boutiques, crafts and gift shops
• Small amphitheater • Workshop space
• Lounges for gathering • Washrooms
• Exhibition space/display area • Auction hall
• Permanent and temporary galleries
o Forms of art that can be showcased in an art
Data Collection and literature study:
gallery:
• Visual quality and relationship: Human visual system involves the eye and brain
• Paintings working together to interpret the visual environment (art gallery). The optical
• Contemporary art elements of the eye form an image of the environment on the retina by absorption of
• Modern art the light (spectrum). To form an image of the target on the retina, light has to be
• Sculptures transmitted through the eye without excessive absorption and scattering, and the
• Photography image of the target has to be focused on the retina. According to Lang (2012), visual
• Abstract art quality is one aspect to assure that there is enough light 478 Mohamad Hanif Abdul
• Historical art Wahab and Alia Fatin Ahmad Zuhardi / Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences 101
• Cultural art ( 2013 ) 476 – 487 for users to see and perform their daily tasks without eye strain.
• Pottery art Lighting has a significant effect on how human perceive the world, and maintaining
• Textiles art visual quality is a crucial factor in aiding human perception. 8
 Light distribution important on the effects target luminance contrast and color
contrast. Light distribution around the target can be controlled by the characteristic
of illuminance (type of luminance housing/casing), the light spectrum, and the light
distribution technique (direct lighting, indirect light and direct-indirect light).

Human visual system involves the eye and brain working together to interpret the visual
environment (art gallery). The optical elements of the eye form an image of the environment
on the retina by absorption of the light (spectrum). To form an image of the target on the
retina, light has to be transmitted through the eye without excessive absorption and Data Categorization The sources of qualitative and quantitative data regarding
scattering, and the image of the target has to be focused on the retina. museums found over the course of the research process are organized by subject
matter category. Findings are grouped in the text and in the bibliography according
to the following eight categories:
• Annual Reports
• Directories and Surveys
• Economic Impact Studies
• Facilities
• Finance
• General
• Programs
• Staff

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• EXHIBITION SPACES:
➢ Ceiling and roofs Rooms with lateral lighting may have ordinary ceiling (flats ,
vaulted , smooth or with moulding) all that is required being a suitable refraction of
diffused colorless light. Light falling directly from above through skylights/
windows which form a permanent feature of the room. Different methods of
admitting natural light.
• COVERED EXHIBITION SPACE DESIGN PARAMETERS: Covered Exhibition
➢ Spaces are buildings or enclosed structures containing exhibition areas or other spaces,
including all overhanging upper floors or balconies.
➢ Participants may decide to build more than one level within the Covered part of
the Exhibition Space, based on their individual needs.
• HEIGHT OF THE BUILDING:
➢ The height of the Covered part of Exhibition Space (or Building Height) must be
less than 12 metres.
➢ The height limit for any additional architectural elements (such as skylights,
roof elements, vertical connections to the roof, sunscreens, signals, etc.) is 17
metres
• OPEN-AIR EXHIBITION SPACE DESIGN PARAMETERS:
➢ The landscape design shall be developed in keeping with the Theme and
with the Participant’s approach to it
➢ Open spaces A minimum of 30% of each lot must be dedicated to open areas
and greenery. Excluding lot setbacks the Open-air Exhibition Space
represents around 50% of each lot, where it is possible to build:
➢ Structures used for plants ensuring soil permeability (e.g. trellises, pergolas,
garden structures, planters).
➢ Landscaping structure (e.g. structures used to retain soil or other materials,
pools, exhibition structures, art works).
• WINDOWS AND DOORS :
➢ Windows and doors should be of suitable size for lighting the rooms.
➢ Strong and able to be securely closed.
➢ Non conductive of heat and dust from outside.
➢ There should be no doors inside the exhibition except where a part of the building
requires to permanently cut-off for functional reasons.
➢ Floor plans for the location of doors in relation to the use of space .
• FLOORS
➢ Generally floors should be darker then the walls with a reflecting capacity less than
30% .
➢ Flooring should be durable and maintenance should be low.
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•Exhibition design is divided into two stages: concept design and blueprint design.
➢ The basic concepts and outlines of the design are provided in the stage of concept
design, while details of the design and instructions for implementation are provided
in the stage of blueprint design.
➢ The concept design shall be approved before the blueprint design may begin.
➢ The exhibition design shall include the following details and drawings:
a. Name;
b. Theme of exhibition;
c. Description of exhibits;
d. Internal structure, decoration and exhibition indoor and outdoor design.

• SPACE AND REQUIREMENTS :

The requirement depends largely on the nature of the exhibits . However following
considerations are important :

➢ The room size depends on picture or showcase size but guidelines can be useful.
➢ Space for sculture or models – 6-10 sq.m. / ground surface.
➢ Overhead lighting allows greater diversity of space / shape .
➢ Lateral lighting gives rise to swallow rooms.
➢ Monotony also results when a number of rooms follow one another in a straight line.
Difficulty encountered in viewing details more than 0.9 m Below or 0.3 m Above one’s eye
level.

• EXHIBITION ITEMS :

➢ Items in exhibitions must be visually accessible to people.

➢ A male adult who uses a wheelchair has an average eye level of between 1090mm (1.09 m) and
1295mm (1.29 m) above the finished floor.
➢ Objects placed above 1015mm (1.0 m) will be seen only from below by most seated and short
viewers.

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• FOOD COURTS:

➢ To be able to eat comfortably , one person requires a table area of around .6m wide by .4m deep.
This provides sufficient clearance between adjacent diners although an additional .2m of space in
the centre for dishes and tureens is sometime desirable , an overall width of .8 – .85 m is suitable
for a dining table .

➢ Round table or table with six or eight side , with a diameter of .9 – 1.20 m are ideal for four people
and can also take one or two more diners. space requirements for server & diner.

• COLOUR:

a) Gallery colors (floors , walls , furniture) must create an environment that is clearly articulated ,
comfortable and safe.
- Choose colours so that floors are visually separated from the walls and furniture.
- Select light gallery colours if object conservation requires low lighting.
- Design well-lighted spaces with limited imagery and few objects in several places within an
exhibition.

a) The colors and patterns of exhibition floor surfaces must give accurate information about the
depth , height , and condition of the floor surface.
- Avoid patterned carpets and floor tiles on uneven surfaces and in low- lit areas.

a) Colours within cases must provide clear visual access to objects inside.
b) Colours for labels must have a high contrast between text and background.

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• Literature study of an art gallery:

• KOETSER GALLERY
David H. Koetser is one of the 8 Founder Members of the Tefaf in
Maastricht. Over the years Tefaf has grown into one of the worlds'
The Koetser Family started their first Gallery in the Spiegelgracht, Amsterdam, most reputable and prestigious events with 275 leading art and
before the first World War and remained there until Henri Koetser moved his whole antiques dealers from 20 countries exhibiting. Tefaf celebrated its
family to London in 1923 where his three sons went into partnership. The firm 30th anniversary in 2017.
expanded when offices were opened in New York, leading to the establishment of
worldwide contacts among private collectors and museums throughout the USA. In
1967 the gallery opened at its present location in Zurich, where the resources of the • KOETSER GALLERY PAINTINGS:
firm, now the third generation, have been concentrated under David H. Koetser's
leadership.

JEAN ANTOINE WATTEAU JEAN ANTOINE WATTEAU

Valenciennes 1684 - Nogent-sur-Marne 1721 Valenciennes 1684 - Nogent-sur-Marne 1721

The Koetser Gallery has a long-standing reputation within the Old Master Trade.
Not only do we cultivate relations with our private clients, at times helping them
build up their collections- also encouraging their art historical interest and
knowledge by organizing lectures by some of the world’s leading art historians,
curators and museum directors such as Dr. Frits Duparc, Dr. Ronni Baer, Dr.
Martina Brunner-Bulst, Pedro Correa do Lago, Dr. Fred G. Meijer, Dr. Quentin
Buvelot to name a few. AERT VAN DER NEER PIETER JACOBS CODDE
Gorinchem 1603 - Amsterdam 1677 Amsterdam 1599 - Amsterdam 1678
In 2004 David Koetser was the initiator and contributor to the Exhibition ‘Pieter
Claesz’, Master of Haarlem still-life, which was shown in Haarlem, the Kunsthaus
Zurich and the National Gallery, Washington. In 2008 David co-curated the
exhibition ‘Adriaen Coorte’ at the Mauritshuis, The Netherlands.
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• Case study of an art gallery:
VISIT TO NATIONAL GALLERY OF MODERN ARTS
BENGALURU, KARANATAKA
On November 2, 2021, I went to the National Gallery of Modern Arts (NGMA) in
Vasanth Nagar, Bengaluru. I got down at Mount Carmel and started walking from
there on the Palace road, on my way to the gallery I came across a very famous hotel
Shangri La, walking straight from the hotel, after walking 350m I reached my
destination that was the gallery. The gallery opens at 10:00 AM and closes at 5:00 PM
and is closed on Monday and National holidays.
The property spans 3.5 acres. It was originally owned by a mining baron, Raja
Manickyavelu Mudaliar after who the house was named. According to legends, he
bought this property from the Mysuru Wadiyars.
Raja Manickyavelu himself is said to have been from a poor family but years of working
in the chrome and manganese mines helped him build his fortune. Sadly, his wealth did
not last long and the mansion was acquired by the Bengaluru Development Authority.
Later in 2000, the mansion was given to the Ministry of Culture and chosen as the
southern headquarter of the NGMA. The NGMA has two other galleries in Delhi and
Mumbai.
After years of work, the gallery opened on 18 February 2009 with a display space
spanning 1551 sq meters. A new gallery block of 1260 sq meters was subsequently added.
This block was built in the same style as the original mansion so that it appeared as a
cohesive unit. A café was also set up adjacent to the main building. The gallery is an
example of how talented people were there in that era.
Today the NGMA is host to art from the 18th century right up to the current times. It showcases
the cultural roots of India and its development with art by colonial artists as well as post-
independence artists including Rabindranath Tagore.
After entering the main gate of gallery which is made of metal and iron I paid 20rs as an
entry fee inside the gallery, taking pictures were prohibited inside the gallery, walking
past the gate I came across cemented bricks which where joined together creating a path
which took me to the entrance of an Art shop which was made with new idea of
building structures. I kept my belongings inside a locker provide in the shop and
proceeded towards the gallery.
The area outside the gallery is decorated with beautiful plants and flowers. Walking on
the same path made with cemented bricks I reached to a porch which led me to the
entrance of the old building of gallery, the porch had big pillars of approximately 15ft
high and the floor of porch had square shaped stone tiles. The stairs at entrance were
made with granite stone of green color and the stairs led me to the black and white tiles
which ended on the main entrance of the gallery. Entrance of the gallery. The entry door
of the gallery had rough cemented floor, doors made of wood 7ft high and 5ft wide,
walking past the door I entered into a big corridor leading me into the first room of the
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First room of the gallery had wood flooring, flooring was made using long slits of wood
joined together, the room had no skirting which made the bottoms of the wall dirty, the
room had two doors made of wood, with glazed ventilated panels on top of them,
windows where made in French style with the sill height of 2ft. Talking about the
ceiling, it was made with wood with height more than 10ft, instead of using cement and
rods for making beams, big horizontal metal rods which were in the shape of railway
tracks were used. Second room was same as the first room with air conditioner and
glazed ventilations with big displays in wooden frames.
Third room had different kind of tiles known as porcelain tiles covering the whole area
with skirting on the walls, ceiling was same as the first room. Continuing in the fourth
room with similar interiors I entered into an open area, the first exit door of the old
building which joins into the new building. The door on the exit of the building had
structures which were painted very poorly and were unpleasing to the eyes. Furthermore
the stairs which connects the old building to the new one where tread was approximately
3ft broad and riser of 6”, after few 8 steps I reached to a pathway which was made of
granite and joins to a big door of 10ft high and 7ft wide, this door was the entry into the
first room of the new building.
New building had immense number of building materials used to make it look better in
comparison to the old one, the structure had cemented walls with wooden flooring and
wooden skirting as well. The art displays were displayed on various structures made of
Plaster of Paris (POP) which were in a rectangular form, new building had fire proofing
system installed everywhere inside the room, with surface mounted and strip lights
distributed all around the false ceiling. Corners of the room were left hollow which made
the original ceiling visible to the eyes. Glazed windows with winders were used to
protect the inside from too much shine.
Leaving this room led me to the same stairs made with the same material as the previous
ones, these stairs were 1.5ft wide, leading to a pathway which ended to the second room
of the new building with similar kind of interior as the first room.
After the second room I was guided into the room which was the part of the old building
with irregular flooring and ceiling, flooring made with porcelain tiles with no skirting.
The exit door of this room ended into a balcony which had grills made of half metal and
wood which had more than one coating of paint and was rough. Leaving this room led to
the second part of the corridor which led us the room which had wooden gable roof like
in ancient times and colorful circular ventilation.
At the end of the tour around the gallery I reached to the last step which led me to the
exit of the building, before existing out of the building I came across the dog-legged stairs
which were made of wood and metal. The handrail was made of wood, baluster made of
metal, the upper surface of tread was wood and lower part was metal riser was made of
metal. These stairs were the last part of my tour inside the gallery.
Conclusion: NGMA with immense monumental qualities and vast spread area gave me
go through into building materials and helped me sharpen my thinking in the field of
Interior design. The differences which I came across my journey were that the new
building had some major changes in the interiors, all the rooms had fire proofing, floors
were widely spread as the rooms were big with bigger displays, flooring included skirting
for better cleanliness, better ventilations, better lighting system and more, walls of POP
whereas the old building missed some of these important building materials but it had its
own importance as per olden days.
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AN ART GALLERY IN CHHATTISGARH:
Why an art gallery in Chhattisgarh?
Chhattisgarh is state full of local traditions and vast number of cultures. The Culture
prevailing in Raipur district is that of Chhattisgarh. ‘Chhattisgarhi’ is the local language
that most of the people in this area love to converse in. Chhattisgarh culture in itself is
very rich and interesting. ‘Baigas’ (traditional medical practitioners) apply their own
methods (called Jhad phook) to cure diseases and snake bites etc. However, known for
their modesty, kindness and adjustable nature people of this area are fond of variety in
dressing, entertainment and way of living. This culture has unique styles of music and
dance. Raut Nacha, Dewar Nacha, Panthi & Soowa, Padki and Pandwani are some of
musical styles and dance dramas. Pandwani is a famous musical way of singing Maha -
bharata in this region. This particular music style has been brought into lime light by
well-known Teejan Bai and young Ritu Verma. Colourful dresses and variety of
ornaments are worn by women and men of this part of country.
• History of Chhattisgarh
Raipur district is important in historical and archaeological point of view. This district
was once part of Southern Kosal and considered to be under Mourya Kingdom. Raipur
city had been the capital of the Haihaya Kings, controlling the traditional forts of the
Chhattisgarh for a long time. The town of Raipur has been in existence since the 9th
century, the old site and ruins of the fort can be seen in the southern part of the city.
Satawahana Kings ruled this part till the 2nd-3rd century AD.
In the 4th Century AD the king Samudragupta had conquered this region and established
his domination till Fifth-Sixth Century AD when this part had come under the rule of
Sarabhpuri Kings. For some period in Fifth-Sixth Century A.D., Nala kings dominated
this area. Later onSomavanshi kings had taken the control over this region and ruled with
Sirpur (Sripur-The city of Wealth) as their capital city. MahashivguptBalarjun was the
mightiest emperor of this Dynasty. His mother, the widow Queen of Harshgupta of the
Somavansh, Rani Vasata built the famous brick temple of Lakshman. The Kalchuri Kings
of Tumman ruled this part for a long time making Ratanpur as capital. The old
inscriptions of Ratanpur, Rajim and Khallari refer to the reign of kalchuri kings. It is
believed that the King Ramachandra of this dynasty established the city of Raipur and
subsequently made it the capital of his kingdom.
Another story about Raipur is that King Ramachandra’s son Brahmdeo Rai had
established Raipur. His capital was Khalwatika (Now Khallari) . The newly constructed
city was named after Brahmdeo Rai as ‘Raipur’. It was during his time in 1402 A.D. that
Hajiraj Naik the temple of Hatkeshwar Mahadev was constructed in the banks of river
Kharun.The decline of this dynasty’s rule came with the death of king Amarsingh Deo.
This region had become the domain of Bhosle kings after the Amarsinghdeo’s death.
With the death of Raghuji the III, the territory was assumed by the British Government
from Bhonsla’a of Nagpur and Chhatisgarh was declared a seperateCommissionery with
its Headquarters at Raipur in 1854. After independence Raipur district was included in
Central Provinces And Berar.
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• Art and Crafts of Chhattisgarh

COTTON FABRICS BELL METAL (DHOKRA)

Cotton Fabrics are one of the famous and attractive handicrafts made by the tribals
of Bastar. These are made of Kosa thread which is made from a kind of worm found
in the forest, hand woven and hand printed by tribes who trace their lineage to the
14th century weaver-saint-poet Kabir. The hand printing is generally done with the
natural vegetable dye extracted from ail, found in the forest of Bastar. These fabrics
include cotton saris – well-known as Bastar Kosa Saree, dress materials and drapes.
Bastar and Raigarh districts of Chhattisgarh are popular for crafting bell metal
handicrafts using brass, and bronze. Tribes like ‘Ghawas’ of Bastar and ‘Jharas’ of
Raigarh mainly practice this art form, also known as Dhokra art. This is done with
lost wax technique or hollow casting.

GODNA

BAMBOO ART Godna is possibly the most pioneering art form, currently practiced by a handful of
women in Jangala in Chhattisgarh. Ladies of this village paint traditional tattoo
motifs on textiles. They use natural color obtained from the forest and combine them
Bamboo thickets are common sight in the State and tribals of Chhattisgarh have with acrylic paint to make it more stable on fabric.
been putting their craftsmanship to work. Craftsmanship of Chhattisgarh tribals
can be seen from varying articles of craft produce they make out of bamboo. Articles
for daily as well as decorative use are produced by these artisans. Some of the well
known Bamboo produce include agricultural implements, fishing traps, hunting
tools and baskets.

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WROUGHT IRON (LOHA SHILP)
The Loha Shilp or the use of wrought iron to create dark raw forms of the metal
artifacts and figurines is another craft form of Chhattisgarh. The raw material
used for this craft is mostly recycled scrap iron. Things like lamps, candle stands,
effigies of musicians, toys, figurines, and deities are the typical products made
out of this craft.
ORNAMENTS
Jewelry from Chhattisgarh is available in a variety of gold, silver, bronze and
mixed metal. Ornament made out of beads, cowries and feathers are part of tribal
costumes. Tribal men and women wear traditional ornaments.
TERRACOTTA
Like in many other states, Terracotta has found a place in the handicrafts created by
Chhattisgarh. Terracotta pottery represents the rituals and customs of tribal life in
the state and symbolizes their emotions.
TUMBA
Tumba is a less known craft widely produced in the Bastar region, which originated
with the widespread use of hollow gourd shells. Tribal use them as containers to store
water and salfi, from which this art is inspired.
WALL PAINTING
Traditional wall paintings of the State are associated with rituals. Floors and walls
are painted with colors and in almost every instance the depiction being associated
with some ritual. Pithora paintings are a common traditional art form. These
paintings originated in the tribal area of the Central India which is presently Madhya
Pradesh and Chhattisgarh and depicts the offering to gods.
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These paintings are usually done on the occasion of marriages, childbirth and other
occasions of fulfillment of wish etc. Most of these paintings have a horse as it was
considered auspicious to sacrifice a horse. In most of these tribal houses one can find
Pithora paintings. They are colorful and use natural colors.
WOOD CARVING
The woodcarving art has been flourishing in Chhattisgarh from time immemorial
and one can find beautifully carved wooden products designed by the craftsman of
the State. The skillful craftsmen of the State carve beautiful wooden Ceilings,
doors, lintels etc using different kinds of wood like shisham, teak, dhudi, sal and
kikar. The craftsmen also make pipes, masks, doors, window frames and sculptures.
• Dance forms of Chhattisgarh:
SAILA DANCE: However, After the harvest season, boys perform this dance
form. This stick dance also involves children who move in various styles. While
tapping their sticks against the stick of the person next to them. Villagers give
paddy to people who participate in the dance as a sign of gratitude. But, the climax
of this unique dance form is generally a snake dance.
KARMA FOLK DANCE: This dance form marks the end of the rainy season
and the advent of spring. Both men and women participate in the dance following
a lead singer. The unexplored beauty of the region is complete without the
camaraderie of tribal popular culture.
SUA NACHA: Usually called a parrot dance. So, During Goura’s wedding and
Diwali, this dance is performed. Women of the devaar tribe perform this dance.
The artists also sing and move, accompanied by loud applause. The women
perform this dance and while doing so, keep a clay parrot in the center.
Parrot represents Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Famous poet Mukutdar
Pandey gives the title of “Garba of Chattisgarh”.
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PANDAVANI: It is the dark horse of the Chhattisgarh folk dance.
But, Portray the account of Pandavas, the main characters of an epic
battle. Teejan Bai from Chhattisgarh is one of Pandvani’s most famous
artists. She has also received various awards like Padma Shri, Padma
Bhushan, etc.
PANTHI FOLK DANCE: This Dance is one of the most vital forms of folk
dance in this locale. A prominent custom of the Satnami community of
Chhattisgarh. The community also celebrates the anniversary of the birth
of Guru Ghasidas in Maghi Purnima. The rich cultural heritage and
traditional legacies of the tribal groups. The Durg represents this form of
dance. The dance also combines a variety of steps and patterns and
generally denotes the teachings and sayings of its holy master.
Moreover, The dancers wear colorful dresses and sing praises to the “guru”.
RAUT NACHA: Raut Nacha or Cowherds Folk Dance. Firstly dance was started in
Bilaspur. However, Chhattisgarh’s cowboys are the main artists of it. The Yadava /
Yaduvanshis, a Chhattisgarh caste, are considered descendants of Krishna.
Therefore, the scenes show the fierce fight between King Khansa and the cowboys in
that area. But The cowboy Yadavs well represent Lord Krishna as their almighty.
GENDI FOLK DANCE: In all of the dance forms, Gendi is pure fun.
The dancers are mounted on two long bamboo poles or on any firm pole and also
maneuver through the crowd of other Gendi (pole) mounted dancers.
Banging on the ground, keeping an excellent balance while swaying with tribal acoustics
and percussions. Further, this is an amazing folk dance that has managed to keep its
tradition alive.
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RAHAS DANCE: The Rahas dance is performed during festivals in
Chhattisgarh. It is an important folk dance performed in the Dhamtari district
of the state. Rural people represent the dance with great enthusiasm wearing
traditional hats and costumes. The central theme of the dance is Rasa Lila of
Krishna and her abode Radha.
GAUR DANCE: Gaur Maria dance is carried out on the plateau of Bastar in
Chhattisgarh. It is done at the occasion of marriage and is assumed that it
is executed with more pleasure than other dances.
Gaur dance is popular within the Sing Marias or Tallaguda Marias of South Bastar.
Guys placed headdresses with stringed ‘cowries’ and plumes of peacock feathers and
make their way to the dancing floor.
ladies ornamented with brass fillets and bead necklaces with their
tattooed bodies additionally join the gathering.

KAKSAR DANCE: aksar dance is performed by the Abhujmaria tribe of Bastar.

The dance is done to invoke Kaksar the deity.The dancers tie tinkling bells of
various sizes on their waists. However, the lads and ladies carry out this dance and
it gives opportunity to single ones to pick out their existing companion. Kaksar Dance
is a group dance in which the performance is executed through young boys and girls.
The dress worn by men is a peculiar looking get dressed, that is a white-
colored lengthy robe with a belt of bells, worn spherical the waist.

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CLIENT BOARD:

Anurag Basu is an Indian director, screenwriter, actor and producer. He began his directing
career in television, moving to feature films in 2002. Basu achieved initial success with his films
tackling the themes of passion and adultery such as Life in a... Metro, Kites, Gangster and
Murder.

Stepping foot in the film industry, Basu first was roped in to direct the 2003 slasher movie Kuchh
To Hai, which he left mid-way and had to later be directed by Anil V. Kumar. Collaborating with
Vishesh Films, Basu directed the John Abraham and Tara Sharma-starrer Saaya, which was
panned by the critics.

Riding high on the success of Murder, Basu next directed Gangster, which marked the debut of
Kangana Ranaut. The movie was extremely well-received and the music became a huge hit. One of
Anurag`s most prominent work continues to remain the Ranbir Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra, and
Ileana D`cruz-starrer Barfi!, which follows the life of a deaf and mute boy and his relationship
with an autistic girl. The performances were received with rave reviews, winning it global acclaim
at film festivals. Reuniting with Ranbir Kapoor, Basu directed the adventure musical Jagga Jasoos,
which also marks Kapoor`s debut as a producer, in 2017.

PREFERENCES:

• CLIENT PREFERS A MINIMALIST YET MODERN INTERIORS FOR THE ART GALLERY
• PREFERENCE SHOULD BE BASED ON APPLYING SUBTLE COLORS AND SHADES.
• THE THEMES SHOULD DEPICT LOCAL ART FORMS AND TRADITIONS OF
CHHATTISGARH.
• VISTORS SHOULD NPT FIND IT DIFFICULT TO UNDERSTAND THE THINGS DISPLAYED
CLIENT DETAILS: INSIDE THE GALLERY.
• A LIBRARY, RESTAURANT, VIP LOUNGE, KIDS PLAY AREA, RESEARCH ROOM, STORAGE
SHOULD BE INCLUDED.
NAME: ANURAG BASU • AN OPEN AIR EXHIBITION AREA SHOULD BE INCLUDED OUTSIDE THE GALLERY.
BORN: 8 MAY 1970 • BATHROOMS SHOULD BE SPACIOUS AND GIVEN RICH FLOORING.
AGE: 51 YEARS OLD • PARKING SHOULD BE PROVIDED.
• THE DISPLAY AREA OF THE GALLERY SHOULD HAVE GOOD LIGHTING AND
BIRTHPLACE: BHILAI, CHHATTISGARH
FASCINATING COLORS.
PROFESSION: FILM DIRECTOR, • THERE SHOULD BE ENOUGH SEATING FOR THE VISITORS OF THE GALLERY.
ACTOR AND
PRODUCER.
KNOWN FOR: BARFI, LUDO ETC.
HOBBIES: LISTENING TO MUSIC, ART.

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SITE ANALYSIS:

ABOUT RAIPUR: Raipur, city, capital of Chhattisgarh state, east-central India. It

is situated in the central Chhattisgarh Plain and is bordered to the east by
the Mahanadi River.
Raipur is the capital city of Chhattisgarh state in central India. In the center, the ancient
Dudhadhari Math temple is a sacred monument dedicated to Lord Rama, decorated with scenes
from the epic poem “Ramayana.” Nearby, a statue of the Hindu monk Swami Vivekananda
towers over Vivekananda Sarovar lake. Southeast, Purkhouti Muktangan is an open-air museum
featuring landscaped grounds, statues and tribal artifacts

ART GALLERY FLOOR PLAN

SITE DETAILS:
NAME: HAMAR CHHATTISGARH ART GALLERY
LOCATION: RAIPUR, CHHATTISGARH
ADDRESS: BHAWANIPATNA, RAIPUR HW,
SHATABADI NAGAR, TELEBANDHA. 492006

Area: 226 km²

Elevation: 298 m
Weather: 34 °C, Wind NW at 8 km/h,
27% Humidity weather.com
Local time: Friday, 2:32 pm
Metro population: 11,22,555
Climate:
Relief
Chhattisgarh is located in the Chhattisgarh Plain, which forms the upper Mahanadi River basin.
The basin proper lies at an elevation that ranges from about 800 to 950 feet (250 to 300 metres)
above sea level. It is a structural plain with topographic variations resulting from
extensive denudation (wearing away of the earth by such processes as weathering and erosion).
Knolls, undulating interfluves (areas between adjacent watercourses), and valleys flanked by
belts of clayey soils are characteristic of the region. About 100 miles (160 km) wide, the
Chhattisgarh Plain is bounded by the Chota Nagpur plateau to the north, the Maikala Range to
the west, the hills of Raigarh to the northeast, the Raipur upland to the southeast, and the Bastar
plateau to the south. These highlands comprise mostly erosional plateau forms reaching an
elevation of more than 2,300 feet (700 metres) in the Maikala Range and the Dandakaranya hills.
Earthquakes are relatively infrequent in Chhattisgarh, though seismic activity of mild intensity
has been recorded in northern Chhattisgarh and along the border with Telangana in the south. A
few tremors also have been felt in the east and around Raigarh.

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• THE LOGO IS DESIGNED ACCORDING TO THE THEME OF THE GALLERY.

• IT’S MINIMALIST YET CONSITS OF DARKER SHADES SO IT CAN POP OUT WHEN SEEN
FROM FAR.
LOGO DESIGN: • COLORS USED ARE GREEN AND YELLOW.

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FLOOR PLAN

LANDSCAPE

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