Hamilton Galleries Catalogue – Catalogue

Series nameChandra in the 1960s
Description

This eight-page catalogue was produced by the Hamilton Galleries in London for an exhibition of paintings by Avinash Chandra. The exhibition was held between 14 February and 11 March 1967. The catalogue includes a list of paintings on display, annotated by Avinash Chandra, and several images of his paintings. The catalogue also lists the group and one-man exhibitions which Chandra had participated in since 1951.

Date of Creation / Publication1967
CreatorHamilton Galleries
Associated Person/ OrganisationChandra, Avinash
LocationLondon
Collection and Reference NumberAvinash Chandra Collection (GB 2661 AC)
Catalogue NumberAC/1960/9
CopyrightValerie Murray Chandra
Access to originalsThe originals are located with Valerie Murray Chandra
Series notesThe 1960s saw Avinash Chandra gain recognition as a 'powerful' artist by the artistic community in London, and receive much publicity in the UK media. He travelled and exhibited in art galleries across the UK, Europe and North America, was introduced to Queen Elizabeth, and had a BBC documentary made about his work. In 1965, Avinash Chandra became the first Indian-British artist to have work displayed at the Tate Gallery in London. He moved to New York in 1966 and returned to London in 1969. This grouping features several exhibition catalogues, flyers, photographs and drawings by Avinash Chandra.
Collection notesThe Avinash Chandra Collection is divided by decades and a grouping featuring selected slides. The 1950s to 1980s sections feature exhibition catalogues, photographs of paintings, drawings and murals and promotional material. The selections of 35mm slides depict Chandra's art work over the decades.