‘A Moving Line’ at MAP Bengaluru Traces 1,500 Years of Indian Visual Storytelling

The Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) in Bengaluru has opened a new exhibition titled 'A Moving Line', which explores 1,500 years of India's visual storytelling traditions. The show traces the evolution of narrative art from ancient temple carvings to contemporary comics, including the popular Amar Chitra Katha series and the work of modern graphic artists like Amruta Patil. The exhibition highlights how Indian artists have used sequential imagery and narrative techniques across centuries, connecting classical traditions with modern comic art. It features a range of objects, including sculptures, paintings, and illustrated books, drawn from MAP's collection and loans. The exhibition aims to contextualize the history of Indian comics within a broader artistic heritage, showing how storytelling methods have been adapted and transformed over time. Curated by MAP's team, 'A Moving Line' is part of the museum's ongoing efforts to present Indian art in innovative ways. The show is currently on view at MAP Bengaluru, offering visitors a unique perspective on the roots of visual narrative in India.