Constantly hunting for creative artwork to gape at? Delhi is a home to many out of the box art galleries that feature artists with bold and contemporary pieces to show. The contemporary art scene in Delhi has witnessed a boom with a myriad of art festivals, fairs, and exhibitions that have acted as an attraction to artists and art lovers across the country. Have a look at these top 9 art galleries in Delhi that will leave you mesmerised.
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- All these art galleries are situated in Delhi and are one of the best art galleries in the city.
- From ancient art to modern art, you can find everything over here! All in one, its an absolute delight for the art lovers in Delhi.
- Here is a list of the best contemporary art galleries in town! Brace yourselves to get amazed by them!
Nature Morte
The gallery is based on a multi-level space in Central-South Delhi. It currently showcases very diverse contemporary art forms with the primary focus on conceptual art, pop art, installations, and photography. Featuring well known and established Indian artists this place will make your mind boggle!
Location | A-1, Neeti Bagh
When | Mon-Sat 10A.M-6P.M
Phone | +91 11 40687117
Exhibit 320
Located in the heart of Lado Sarai, this experimental art space features artists from the country and the subcontinent. The place is not just a space to exhibit but also a convergence point for artists to communicate. The primary focus of the gallery is to discover new ways for artistic expressions! They promote young artists and encourage critical discourse and progressive experiments. You will find the gallery to be an explosion of unadulterated thoughts! The gallery will be closed from 17th June 2017 to 2nd July 2017 so plan out your visit accordingly!
Location | Lado Sarai, F-320, Old Mehrauli Badarpur Road
When | 10:30A.M-6:30P.M, Sundays with appointment
Phone | +91 11 46130637
Dhoomimal
India’s oldest contemporary art gallery, Dhoomimal is not just a mere commercial art gallery but an Institution. It has been supporting Indian artists for ages and continues to encourage artists to come out of their shells.
Location | G-42, Connaught Circus
When | Mon-Sat, 10A.M-7P.M
Phone | +91 11 41516056
DAG Modern
India’s largest and best repository of Indian Modern Art, their collection reflects the expanse of Indian art practice over the 20th century covering periods, styles, and artistic concerns. Modernist works, experimental art, early century art, their collection is amazing!
Location | 11, Hauz Khas Village
When | Mon-Sat 10:30A.M-7P.M
Phone | + 91 11 4600 5300
Espace Gallery
One of the most prestigous art spaces, this 3 floor gallery exhibits artists who reflect upon the Modern society. It has featured artists like Subodh Gupta who is famous for incorporating everyday object like tiffin boxes or pans into his artworks! Quite interesting, isn’t it?
Location | 16, Community Center, New Friends Colony
When | Mon-Sat 10A.M-8P.M
Phone | + 91 11 2692 2947
Vadehra Art Gallery
The gallery stands today as one of the oldest and well respected galleries on Indian grounds. It represents a roster of artists that span over 4 generations! The gallery also has a bookstore that is of its kind. It is the first private gallery to exhibit artists like Pablo Picasso, Lucian Freud and Francis Bacon.
Location | D-40, Defence Colony
When | Mon-Sat 11A.M-7P.M
Phone | +91 11 24622545 / 24615368
Art Heritage
Founded by one of the most influential Indian theatre directors of 20th century, Ebrahim Alkazi and a renowned designer, Roshan Alkaz, the gallery is a dedicated to spread awareness about Modern Art. The gallery reopens from 1st July 2017.
Location | 205, Tansen Marg, Triveni Kala Sangam
When | Mon-Sat 11A.M-7P.M
Phone | +91 9818696193, +91 8800448713
Talwar Gallery
The gallery focuses on artists from India and the subcontinents and their experience of the diaspora. It was started more like a movement towards diluting the geographical, cultural, religious and racial boundaries. Isn’t this thought enough to visit this gallery?!
Location | C-84, Neeti Bagh
When | Mon-Sat 11A.M-7P.M
Phone | +91 11 4605 0307
National Gallery of Modern Art
National gallery of Modern Art acquires and preserves works of modern art from 1850 onwards. It’s primary focus is to maintain quality and standards of excellence. The gallery helps people out to understand the artworks by exhibiting them as a relation to daily life.
Location | Jaipur House, India Gate
When | Tues-Sun 11A.M-6:30P.M
Phone | +91 11 23386111
DforDelhi Recommends:
- To all art enthusiasts to visit these amazing galleries right away! We are sure you would not want to miss out on these places at any cost.
So, are you ready to check out these places?