Artworld – Sarala’s Art Centre is hosting "Trilogy," an exhibition featuring the works of C Douglas, K Muralidharan, and Rm Palaniappan. Curated by Bishwajit Banerjee, the show highlights the shared lineage of these three artists who emerged from the Government College of Fine Arts in Chennai. While they share a common academic foundation, the exhibition showcases how each artist has developed a distinct visual language and divergent creative path over several decades.
The exhibition serves as a critical exploration of the enduring legacy of the Madras Art Movement, positioning these three figures as its last significant practitioners. By tracing their evolution from their roots at the Madras Art College to their current standing in the contemporary art world, the show underscores the historical importance of regional art movements in India and the role of institutional education in shaping modern South Asian aesthetics.