Jaganmohan Palace
This Art Gallery located to the west with a walking distance
to that of main palace, which is famous Art Gallery. It was built during rule
of Krishnaraja Wodeyar III in 1861 to celebrate the marriage of his daughter,
the princess of Mysuru, because the main
palace was destroyed in a fire in 1897. The main door of this Museum is it self
a master piece of Art with intricate carvings which is said to have been made
in just 70 days. The museum was officially started in 1915, and has since been
expended adding many artifacts. This Art Gallery was linded to the famous
Mysuru style of painting of rare original paintings and artiacts and entrusted
the Administration of this Museum to a committee. The museum was named after
sri Jayachamrajendra Wodeyar in 1955 as Jaganmohn Palace Art Gallery.The
original oil paintings of Raja Ravi Varma of Travancore on display here are on
many mythological themes.The painting of lady holding the lamp of the Indian
Artist S.G.Heldnker is another piece. The other Exhibits include Artifacts made
from Glass, Ceramic and Metal.A good collection of clocks is on display here.
Few energravings from china and Japan give it an oriental charm, painting on
silks from Japan are worth seeing. Another attraction is the display of
paintings of various styles like Moghal, Rajputh give the museum the Artistic
touch. Innumerable toys and Artifacts of various description (like the French
musical calendar and religious bells from Nepal) makes a visit to this museum
memorable.
Timings: 8.30 am to 5.30 pm (Daily)
Entrance fee: Adults: Rs.20, Children(5- 10yrs):Rs.10/-
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