Ashutosh Museum of Indian Art
| Place | Kolkata |
|---|---|
| State | West Bengal |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 1937 |
| Museum Type | Art, Archaeology, and University Museum |
| National Importance Museum | No |
| Address | 77, Ashutosh Mukherjee Rd, Paddapukur, Bhowanipore, Kolkata, West Bengal 700025 |
| Visiting Time | Monday to Friday: 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM (Closed on University holidays) |
| Entry Fee | Adults: ₹10 Students: ₹5 |
Museum Introduction
Established in 1937, it is the first public museum in any Indian university. Named after educationist Sir Asutosh Mookerjee, it focuses on the preservation and study of Indian art and antiquity, particularly from Eastern India and Bengal.
General Collections
The collection exceeds 25,000 items, including stone and metal sculptures, terracotta plaques, coins, seals, beads, folk art, textiles (Kantha), and traditional paintings (Mughal, Rajasthani, and Pahari).
Unique Historical Collections
Significant findings from archaeological excavations at sites like Chandraketugarh, Bangarh, and Paharpur; notably the earliest Buddha figure found in Bengal (2nd century AD) and unique 1st-century BC terracotta Yakshinis.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
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| Notes | The museum serves as a "working laboratory" for the University's Postgraduate Diploma Course in Museology, established in 1959. |
| Artifacts | Yakshini with Panchachuda (Chandraketugarh), Vasudeva in black basalt (Jessore), Pancharaksa illuminated manuscript (dated 1105 AD), and the Tulsidas Ramayana manuscript (1772 AD). |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details | 033 2241 0071 |
Artifact Gallery
