25/02/2026
"Carved Narratives" is an institutional exhibition that celebrates the rich legacy of printmaking at the Government College of Art & Craft, Calcutta, presented under the auspices of the 3rd Print Biennale India in collaboration with Lalit Kala Akademi. The exhibition showcases works by eminent artists—past and present faculty members and students of the college—who have shaped the institutional narrative of printmaking through their innovative techniques and expressive visions.
The title Carved Narratives evokes the process of etching stories into material surfaces, reflecting how printmaking transforms ideas into tangible, reproducible forms that carry cultural memory and artistic experimentation. The displayed prints embody the evolution of the college’s print studio, highlighting its role in nurturing artistic talent and preserving traditional craftsmanship while embracing contemporary expressions.
Featuring the institutional legacy, the exhibition invites viewers to engage with the dialogue between technique and narrative, witnessing how the medium of print continues to carve out new stories within the artistic heritage of Calcutta’s Government College of Art & Craft.
The exhibition is conceptualized and coordinated by Dr. Soma Das and Prof. Krishanu Nath, underscoring a scholarly and artistic commitment to preserving and promoting the institutional heritage of printmaking.
