THE METTUR CHEMICAL
Lithograph on Paper
Circa
1958
Size (cms)
35.3 X 49.1
Artist
C. Kondiahraju, M. Ramalingham
Mu. Ramalingam, also known as Ramalinagkam, was a painter and student of C. Kondiah Raju, like T.S. Subbiah. He joined the gurukul of C. Kondiah Raju at the age of 14. He was known for paintings of Hindu deities, produced as offsets and posters. He started painting for Ambal Coffee in 1956 and also worked for companies like Mettur Chemical of Sivakasi. In the early 1970s, he established his art studios, Chitralayam and Lakshmi Pictures.
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Publisher
The Mettur Chemical & Co. Sivakasi
Printer
The Orient Litho Press, Sivakasi.
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The poster by Mu. Ramalingam features Radha and Krishna in a traditional pose, with Krishna playing the flute and Radha standing beside him. The background includes peacocks and cows, elements commonly associated with Krishna’s stories. Two product boxes are visible in the foreground. Established on November 22, 1936, The Mettur Chemical & Industrial Corporation has been manufacturing chemicals, soaps, and oils for over 88 years, making a significant contribution to the industrial landscape.
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