Jagdish and Kamla Mittal Museum of Indian Art
| Place | Hyderabad |
|---|---|
| State | Telangana |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 1976 |
| Museum Type | Art / Private Collection / Research |
| National Importance Museum | Yes |
| Address | 1-2-214/6, Gagan Mahal Rd, opp. GHMC Ward Office, Aravindra Nagar, Domalguda, Himayatnagar, Hyderabad, Telangana 500029 |
| Visiting Time | 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM (Monday to Saturday). Note: Visiting is by appointment only. |
| Entry Fee | Entry by appointment specific fees may apply for researchers. |
Museum Introduction
Established in 1976 and located in the Gagan Mahal area of Hyderabad, this museum houses the extraordinary private collection of the renowned artist-collector couple, Jagdish and Kamla Mittal. It was created as a public trust to preserve one of the finest collections of Indian art in the world, spanning from the 1st century BC to the early 20th century.
General Collections
The museum's vast repository includes over 2,000 objects, featuring miniature paintings, bronze sculptures, terracottas, woodcarvings, ivory, and metalware. It is particularly celebrated for its representation of various schools of Indian painting and traditional crafts.
Unique Historical Collections
Features a world-class collection of Pahari and Deccani miniature paintings. It also preserves rare 17th-century Bidriware and exquisite Mughal-era textiles.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
|---|---|
| Notes | The museum is known for its rigorous academic standards; the founders have authored numerous scholarly catalogs and books based on the collection. |
| Artifacts | Mughal and Rajput miniatures, Chola bronzes, folk and tribal paintings, ancient Indian coins, and rare illustrated manuscripts. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details | +91-40-27631561 |
| Email ID |
info@mittalmuseum.com visit@mittalmuseum.com (for appointments) |