New Delhi, October 2024 — Art Konsult is honored to present  The Written Canvas: Letters to Keshav Malik from Artists and Thinkers, Curated by Gaurav Kumar, an extraordinary exhibition celebrating the birth centenary of the distinguished art critic, poet, and Padma Shri awardee, Keshav Malik. This exhibition, unveiling on Monday, November 4, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at the Annexe Art Gallery, India International Centre, The exhibition will be inaugurated by Padma Vibhushan Dr. Karan Singh, former Member of the Rajya Sabha, esteemed statesman, philosopher, and ambassador.brings together a collection of intimate letters that chronicle Malik’s profound influence on the world of art and thought.

This curated selection of personal correspondences from luminaries such as Balraj Sahni, Bejan Daruwalla, Biren De, Gayatri Sinha, Harivansh Rai Bachchan, Jehangir Sabavala, Jogen Choudhury, K.G. Subramanyan, Krishen Khanna, Lee Waisler, Mahirwan Mamtani, Nissim Ezekiel, Pritish Nandy, Prof. Lokesh Chandra, Rameshwar Broota, Samik Bandyopadhyay, Sankho Chaudhary, Sisir Kumar Ghosh, F.N. Souza, Suniti Kumar Chatterji, Tambimuttu, and others offer an intimate glimpse into the intellectual and creative exchanges that defined Indian art and culture.

Keshav Malik’s enduring legacy lies in his ability to nurture and inspire creativity, both through his poetic writings and the deep personal relationships he cultivated. His correspondences reveal the poetic insights, warmth, and intellectual curiosity that made him a cornerstone of Indian art. Malik’s letters not only shaped the artistic visions of established and emerging creators but also enriched the cultural landscape of his time.

The Written Canvas invites visitors to experience a rare form of connection in today’s digital world. In an era where emails and emojis dominate, this collection of handwritten and typed letters resurrects the lost art of letter-writing. These letters are more than exchanges; they capture a cultural memory, revealing the philosophies, beliefs, and challenges that shaped the artistic world in Malik’s lifetime. Many letters hold sentiments that go beyond words—an affection encapsulated in brief phrases or silence, where the space between words conveys more than the lines themselves.

The chosen letters illuminate the profound connections Malik forged with artists and intellectuals, showcasing the collaborative nature of art and thought in handwritten form. Each piece tells its own story of friendship, respect, and shared insight, inspiring viewers to reflect on the power of personal communication and to consider the value of slowing down to write a letter.

This one-of-a-kind exhibition will be open from November 4 to November 9, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., at the Annexe Art Gallery, India International Centre, New Delhi.

Exhibition Details:

– Opening: Monday, 4th November 2024, 6:00 p.m. onwards
– Venue: Annexe Art Gallery, India International Centre, New Delhi
– Exhibition Dates: November 4 – November 9, 2024
– Timings: 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

For inquiries, contact:
– Art Konsult, Hauz Khas Village, New Delhi
– Phone: +91-9899718515 | +91-11-42460638  
– Email: artkonsultinfo@gmail.com
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Explore the letters, absorb the insights, and join us in honoring Keshav Malik’s centenary through this deeply personal journey across words and time.