5 Best Art Galleries You Need To Visit In Mumbai

Mumbai has witnessed several art movements over the past decades, and some of them have even sparked national conversations. Now, Art galleries all over Mumbai are filled with beautiful art pieces that you need to witness in real life. From historic paintings to modern installations, these art pieces each have a story to narrate. This week, take time out of your busy schedule to witness these masterpieces. Let’s dive in to see the list of the best art galleries you need to visit in Mumbai here!

5 Best Art Galleries In Mumbai

This curated list has art galleries which host historic as well as more modern, contemporary pieces. Check out our list for the best art galleries you need to visit in Mumbai here!

Chemould Prescott Road

One of India’s oldest art galleries is the Chemould Prescott Road. Founded in 1963, it has hosted modern masters like MF Husain and Tyeb Mehta. It specialises in conceptual art and painting, focusing on socially relevant and experimental narratives. The collection features top-tier contemporary artists, including Atul Dodiya, Jitish Kallat, and Mithu Sen.

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DAG

DAG has become a popular art gallery and showcases an archive of Indian modernism. They focus on 19th and 20th-century Indian art, acquire artist estates and aim to preserve legacies. Their collection highlights include Early Bengal oils, Modernist masters, and historical pieces that document India’s artistic evolution over the decades. 

Gallery XXL

If you like post-graffiti, street art, and urban contemporary movements, Gallery XXL should be the art gallery you visit. It perfectly bridges the gap between the street and the studio. At Gallery XXL, you will get to see bold, graphic works and typography-based art. Their notable art collections include pieces by urban pioneers like Hanif Kureshi, AIKO, and the Aravani Art Project.

 

 

 

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Jehangir Art Gallery

An iconic South Mumbai landmark since 1952, Jehangir has been at the forefront of the development of contemporary Indian art. The gallery is known for offering a platform for both legendary and emerging artists. Its four halls host a massive variety of rotating exhibitions, ranging from traditional oil paintings to sculptures to photography to ceramic arts. 

 

 

 

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Project 88

Housed in a 100-year-old former printing press, Project 88 is celebrated for its experimental and intellectually rigorous collection. It focuses on the future of South Asian contemporary art, showcasing large-scale installations and video art. Featured artists of this gallery include Amol K. Patil and Prajakta Potnis. 

 

 

 

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