Shadows of Heritage

'Shadows of Heritage' at Birla Academy of Art & Culture in Kolkata presents a distinguished curatorial showcase featuring the artistic practice of Traditional Karnataka Puppeteers (Killekyata Community), Curated by Vijayashree CS. The exhibition brings together carefully selected artworks that capture thematic depth, material mastery, and contemporary cultural discourse.

A collaborative exhibition with Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath and Seagull presenting Karnataka ancient Togalu Bombeyaata shadow puppetry. Intricately carved leather figures made from animal hide depict epic scenes from the Ramayana alongside secular folklore on illuminated screens.

Visitors to Birla Academy of Art & Culture will experience how the artist(s) navigate regional aesthetics, personal memory, and contemporary formal experimentation. Through nuanced spatial installation, thoughtful lighting, and rich textural engagement, this exhibition stands as a compelling highlight of Kolkata's vibrant cultural season.