Series name | Slides from the 1960s |
Description | In this colour slide of Avinash Chandra and a colleague working on a glass mural, Chandra is kneeling on the glass itself. In 1966, he was commissioned by Chappell London’s Music Centre in London to produce a glass mural for their building. Chandra undertook four of these projects between 1962 and 1980 for other corporate office buildings. |
Date of Creation / Publication | 1966 |
Creator | Chandra, Avinash |
Associated Person/ Organisation | |
Location | London |
Collection and Reference Number | Avinash Chandra Collection (GB 2661 AC) |
Catalogue Number | AC/SS/1960/8 |
Copyright | Valerie Murray Chandra |
Access to originals | The originals are located with Valerie Murray Chandra |
Series notes | The slides from the 1960s provide a glimpse into the artistic development of Avinash Chandra, in what has been said to be his most successful decade. The sixties brought Chandra highly acclaimed exhibitions in the UK, Europe and the USA, a BBC documentary and the opportunity to travel around the world showcasing his new work. |
Collection notes | The 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. |