Louvre holds exhibition on India, Iran and the Ottoman World in...

Key Highlights

• Speaking on the occasion, Mathur said that the exhibition has allowed showcasing and bringing together to experience, inspire and promote the timeless beauty of shared artistic heritage and intricate geometric wonders that connect our civilisations across centuries.
• Spanning four centuries (16th to 19th) and three continents, the exhibition brings together approximately 300 exquisite works from the Louvre’s collections, the Consulate said.
• The exhibition is structured into three major sections, each dedicated to the magnificent artistic traditions of the Indian people and the history of India and West Asia.
• The displays encompass an array of ceramics, metalwork, jade, calligraphy, textiles and manuscripts.
• A significant number of these treasures are unveiled to the public for the very first time.