The art of collecting art: Collectors turning art into preservation

Art collecting is increasingly seen as an act of preservation, memory, and personal connection, rather than simply an investment. From everyday Indian objects and forgotten crafts to folk art, antiques and works by emerging artists, collectors are finding meaning in what might otherwise disappear. We meet three collectors—antiquarian Vithal Kamat, jeweller and museum founder Ajit Gadgil, and artist Poulami Jagtap—whose collections reflect curiosity, cultural pride and emotional attachment. Their stories offer a glimpse into India’s evolving collecting landscape, where art can hold cultural, emotional, and financial value across generations.
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