Anand Kentish Coomaraswamy Memorial Lecture

The Anand Kentish Coomaraswamy Memorial Lecture series, organized by the Cultural Archives Unit of the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts, celebrates the profound legacy of one of the most influential art historians and philosophers of the twentieth century. Coomaraswamy’s visionary work illuminated the spiritual essence of Indian art, asserting that artistic traditions are not merely aesthetic expressions but embodiments of sacred knowledge and cultural identity. Through this distinguished lecture series, IGNCA pays tribute to his intellectual contributions by inviting eminent scholars and practitioners to explore themes that resonate with his philosophy linking — art, tradition, and metaphysics in a dialogue that continues to inspire global understanding of Indian heritage. Below is the list of lectures delivered under this series along with their accessible links for viewing.