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Three Mothers Art Gallery

Imphal, Manipur, India
Gallery Details: Established in 1978, this gallery is a unique museum of driftwood sculptures. All works are the creation of a single artist, Gurumayum Shyamsunder Sharma. The "Three Mothers" name represents the Biological Mother, the Motherland, and the Mother Tongue. The artist uses the natural sh apes of tree roots to carve intricate figures. Most sculptures depict Manipuri mythology, history, and folklore. Some pieces are massive, measuring several feet in height and width. The gallery is housed in a modest building but contains world-class art. It is a must-visit for anyone interested in indigenous art forms. The artist’s philosophy is to never cut a living tree, only using dead roots.

General information

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    Ideal Duration:

    1 Hour
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    Place Type:

    Art / Museum
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    Entry Fees:

    Entry Fee: Usually a small fee of Rs.20 to Rs.50 for maintenance. ...
    Entry Fee: Usually a small fee of Rs.20 to Rs.50 for maintenance.
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    Timing:

    Regular Timings: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

    Ideal Visit: 11:00 AM. ...
    Regular Timings: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

    Ideal Visit: 11:00 AM.
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    Special Events:

    World Tourism Day: Special displays are often organized in September. ...
    World Tourism Day: Special displays are often organized in September.
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    Best Photo Spots:

    The Centerpiece: The largest root carving in the middle of the hall.

    Artist's Corner: The tools and unfinished works. ...
    The Centerpiece: The largest root carving in the middle of the hall.

    Artist's Corner: The tools and unfinished works.

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Things To Do

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    Art Appreciation: Study the fine details of the driftwood carvings.

    Artist Interaction: If present, talk to the artist about his techniques.

    Mythology Learning: Read the descriptions of the folk characters depicted.

    Photography: Take photos of the larger-than-life wooden figures.

    Philosophy Study: Understand the "Three Mothers" concept via the exhibits.

    Souvenir Hunting: Sometimes smaller carvings are available for purchase.

    History Insight: View the carvings related to the Anglo-Manipur War. ...
    Art Appreciation: Study the fine details of the driftwood carvings.

    Artist Interaction: If present, talk to the artist about his techniques.

    Mythology Learning: Read the descriptions of the folk characters depicted.

    Photography: Take photos of the larger-than-life wooden figures.

    Philosophy Study: Understand the "Three Mothers" concept via the exhibits.

    Souvenir Hunting: Sometimes smaller carvings are available for purchase.

    History Insight: View the carvings related to the Anglo-Manipur War.

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    Why Famous:

    One-Piece Sculptures: Famous for having artworks carved from a single piece of wood root. It is renowned for its depiction of the Seven Years Devastation and other historical events of Manipur. ...
    One-Piece Sculptures: Famous for having artworks carved from a single piece of wood root. It is renowned for its depiction of the Seven Years Devastation and other historical events of Manipur.
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    Architecture:

    Root Carving Artistry: The gallery is a 1,000 square foot hall. The architecture is simple, but the "interior architecture" consists of sculptures carved from single pieces of wood, some weighing several tons and spanning 3 meters. ...
    Root Carving Artistry: The gallery is a 1,000 square foot hall. The architecture is simple, but the "interior architecture" consists of sculptures carved from single pieces of wood, some weighing several tons and spanning 3 meters.
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    How To Reach:

    By Air: Reach Imphal then a short 15-min drive.

    By Train: Via Dimapur.

    By Road: Located near Thangapat Road.

    Local: Rickshaw from the city center is best. ...
    By Air: Reach Imphal then a short 15-min drive.

    By Train: Via Dimapur.

    By Road: Located near Thangapat Road.

    Local: Rickshaw from the city center is best.
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    Weather and Best Time to Visit:

    Seasons: Year-round, as it is an indoor gallery.

    Part of Day: Mid-morning when it's less crowded. ...
    Seasons: Year-round, as it is an indoor gallery.

    Part of Day: Mid-morning when it's less crowded.
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    Near Tourist Places:

    Govindajee Temple (0. 5 KM), Kangla (2 KM), Ima Keithel (4 KM).

Tourism Tips

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    Health & Safety: Do not touch the delicate sculptures.

    Packing: Camera with good low-light settings.

    Cash: Cash needed for entry.

    Connectivity: Good mobile network. ...
    Health & Safety: Do not touch the delicate sculptures.

    Packing: Camera with good low-light settings.

    Cash: Cash needed for entry.

    Connectivity: Good mobile network.

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