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Here's a list of the best art galleries to make the most of the art circuit in Mumbai.
When you think of Mumbai, what is the first thing you think of? Business hub? Yes. Shopping mecca? Yes. Bollywood central? Definitely, yes! But art? Not so much. That's where you would be mistaken. The art scene in Mumbai is growing rapidly. Galleries, both new and well-established, are showcasing the wide range of artistic talent in the city today. Let’s look at Mumbai’s most inspiring art galleries.
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The neighbourhood of Kala Ghoda, where Jehangir Art Gallery is located, has been christened the Art District of Mumbai. With the annual Kala Ghoda Arts Festival, this slice of Mumbai city is buzzing with renewed life and energy. At the centre of this revival stands Jehangir Art Gallery. Founded in 1952 by Sir Cowasji Jehangir, it is one of the most well-known art galleries in the city. Over the years, the space has hosted hundreds of exhibitions and launched the careers of several new artists.
The gallery is spread over two levels and includes an auditorium, a terrace, and three enormous viewing halls for various exhibitions. The best part? There is no entrance fee to the art gallery, thereby making it a crowd favourite. Come here any day and you will find a motley crew of visitors making their way around the cool, cavernous interiors. Many of them may have just popped in for some respite from the Mumbai heat but soon found themselves sucked into the art on display.
Another highlight at Jehangir used to be the very artsy, very bohemian Samovar Cafe. It shut down in 2015 after a stint of almost 50 years. It was the meeting place for artists, culture vultures, hungry students, and weary businessmen. No trip to the gallery was complete without a stop at Samovar for their homemade parathas and kala khatta juice. It has since reopened as the fourth exhibition hall and offers uninterrupted views of the verdant lawns of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Sangrahalaya (CSMVS).
Address: 161B, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Kala Ghoda, Fort, Mumbai 400 021
The story behind the venerable Chemould Prescott Gallery is one of persistence and ingenuity. In the 1940s, Kekoo Gandhy ran a picture-framing store on Princess Street in Mumbai. The store soon became the go-to spot for artists, such as MF Husain, FN Souza, and others from the Progressive Artists Group. As Gandhy handled more and more artwork, he began to invite select buyers to his store.
The legend goes that MF Husain sold his first-ever canvas from Chemould Frames. As industrialists and wealthy locals flocked to Gandhy, he began gaining a reputation for his keen eye for art and talent. In the 1960s, Gandhy and his wife, Khorshed were offered the upper floor at Jehangir Art Gallery to set up their own space. And thus, Gallery Chemould was born.
Both husband and wife were pioneers in the art scene in Mumbai. They were deeply committed to the modern Indian art movement and spent their lives advocating the cause. Gallery Chemould soon became one of the most prestigious galleries in the city, exhibiting the works of giants, such as MF Husain, Tyeb Mehta, and KH Ara, to name just a few. The gallery eventually shifted to a newer, larger space in Fort. It is now run by Kekoo and Khorshed’s daughter, Shireen Jungalwala. The space continues to support and champion new Indian artists and has recently featured the work of Dhruvi Acharya and Mithu Sen.
Address:
Chemould Prescott 3rd floor, Queen’s Mansion, G. Talwatkar Marg, Fort, Mumbai 400 001
Chemould Colaba 2nd floor, Sugra Manzil, BEST Marg, Colaba, Mumbai 400 039Spread over 4000 sq ft and a one-time printing press, Project 88 is now a minimalist’s dream. Sree Goswami, the owner, has transformed the previous industrial bleakness completely. The cavernous open gallery, dotted with iron pillars and exposed pillars, now hosts some of the brightest emerging stars in the art world. The large gallery space makes it an ideal location for artworks and installations of scale. Project 88 has also gained a reputation for its collaborations with international artists, as well as for its artist residency programs.
All of these initiatives serve to attract established names in the art world, such as the recent exhibition by Hemali Bhuta or Bharti Kher. Project 88 also champions the cause of up-and-coming artists and experimental works, such as those of the graphic novelist, Sarnath Banerjee, and the intellectual efforts of the Raqs Media Collective.
Address: Ground floor, BMP Building, Narayan A Sawant Road, Azad Nagar, Colaba, Mumbai 400 005
What began in a single room in a dilapidated old mansion in South Bombay is now an art gallery to be reckoned with. Husband and wife duo, Mortimer Chatterjee and Tara Lal’s labour of love came into the spotlight when performance artist Nikhil Chopra resided in the gallery space for three whole nights.
In keeping with their commitment and support towards innovation and growth, Chatterjee & Lal continues to feature artworks that push all boundaries. You can expect art installation projects, street art, and performances in non-traditional spaces from this vibrant team. In the past, Chatterjee & Lal has hosted breakthrough talents, such as the works of Minam Apang and Gagan Singh.
Address: 01/18, Kamal Mansion, Arthur Bunder Road, Colaba, Mumbai 400 005
In the 80s, Usha Mirchandani established her name in the art world with her premier art dealership, The Fine Art Resource. Ranjana Steinrueke’s journey took her to New York and Berlin and back to Bombay and her flair is very much witnessed in the airy 2,000-sq- ft gallery space they have created. Some of the local talents the Galerie has featured include Manish Nai, Surabhi Saraf, and Ratheesh T.
Address: 2 Sunny House, 16/18 Mereweather Road, Behind Taj Mahal Hotel, Colaba, Mumbai 400 005
Unlike other art galleries in Mumbai, Tasveer focuses on the art of photography. Expect to be wowed by the large collection of Indian photographic talent with thematic exhibitions and spotlights on the work of specific Indian photographers. Legends, such as Raghu Rai and Prabuddha Dasgupta among others, have put up retrospectives at Tasveer. The space also promotes international shows that document historic archives or modern-day reportage. Address: ICIA House, Rampart Row, 22/26 K Dubash Marg, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai 400 018
Gallery Maskara impresses you from the moment you step into the huge room with its 50-ft-high ceiling. In a city where everyone struggles for space, this converted grain factory has an upper hand. Exhibitions and installations of dazzling scale have had their day at Gallery Maskara, notably the giant floating dolls made by Max Streicher or the Belgian dust sculptor Peter Buggenhout.
The owner, Abhay Maskara, spent four years in Seattle, and he brings with him the subversive cultural slant of the city to Mumbai. Check out Gallery Maskara if you are open to the reinvention of the Indian art scene. Maskara hopes to introduce a more interdisciplinary approach to the viewing and buying of art, and his gallery is a catalyst for the same.
Address: 6/7 Third Pasta Lane, Colaba, Mumbai 400 005
Sakshi Art Gallery has long been recognised as one of the largest commercial art galleries in Mumbai. For years, the space has been instrumental in introducing the city’s art lovers to the works of established and unknown artists of our time. Past exhibitions at Sakshi include those of MF Husain, Ram Kumar, Jehangir Sabavala, and Chintan Upadhyay among others. Sakshi has also held exhibitions of Indian art all over the world and helped bring Indian art to a whole new audience.
Address: 6/19, 2nd floor, Grants Building, Arthur Bunder Road, Colaba, Mumbai 400 005
Just one look at the list of galleries in Mumbai and you immediately realise that the city offers a vibrant, enthusiastic space for art and culture. No longer is art exclusively for the rich and several gallery owners and creators are working hard to make all forms of art accessible to everyone. From paintings, photographs, and sculptures to performances and street art, the entire art scene in India is evolving into an exciting and emerging space.
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