When you think Art Deco in India, Mumbai leaps to mind. The visuals of Marine Drive and Oval Maidan dominate discussions. However, we invite you to journey deeper into the country, to its Deccan region where cultures have crisscrossed to create a unique Art Deco language. One such location is Hyderabad – a city often cited for its biryanis, and …
Art Deco in India offers a compelling point of entry into the story of India’s contribution to 20th-century modernism. Far from being a purely imported style, it took root most vividly in Mumbai, where it was rapidly adopted across housing, cinema, commercial and institutional architecture. From here, it spread across the country, becoming a visible marker of modernity.
Join us online to hear Atul Kumar, Founder Trustee of Art Deco Mumbai Trust, present Mumbai: Art Deco Jewel of India, a 45-minute visual presentation to be followed by a 15-minute Q&A.