Anthropomorphic Stories: Interpreting Aesop’s Fables and Children’s Classics in Gond-Inspired Art
Chapel Hill Public Library | May 8 – July 9, 2026
ARTIST: Sampada Kodagali Agarwal
This exhibition brings together the timeless wisdom of Aesop’s Fables and beloved children’s animal stories, reimagined through the intricate visual language of Gond-inspired art. Rooted in the indigenous traditions of central India, Gond art is known for its rhythmic lines, detailed patterns, and deep connection to nature and storytelling. Animals take on human emotions and voices, revealing moral truths that feel both ancient and immediate. Through vibrant forms and flowing compositions, each work transforms storytelling into a living, breathing landscape.
