REVI KARUNAKARAN MEMORIAL MUSEUM
In India, it is uncommon for collections of artistic and ancient worth to be regarded as public works of astonishment and admiration. An exceptional individual in Kerala's Alappuzha District—dubbed the "Venice of the East"—dedicated a significant amount of time, resources, and effort to the expansion and advancement of the coir sector. Up to his death, Mr. Revi Karunakaran was a key figure in improving the coir business. Mr. Revi found time to peruse the world of fine arts even as he continued his fervent and committed efforts to advance the coir industry and the welfare of people who depend on it for a living. Mr. Revi finally became the guardian of numerous amazing pieces of art from all over the world. He was an enthusiastic collector of amazing works of art, both functional and not. A real art aficionado, Mr. Revi's family named a museum in his honor to hold a few carefully chosen pieces from his remarkable collection following his death. The Revi Karuna Karan Memorial Museum in Alappuzha town is a fitting tribute to a man who, in addition to his first love, coir, had a particular interest in collecting rare, vintage, inspirational, and antique pieces of art.
situated close to the powerhouse bridge on National Highway-47, which passes through the town of Alappuzha. The variety of crystal goods on display in the museum is truly astounding, particularly the pieces made by the renowned Swarovsky brand. Ivory always carries a sense of grandeur and regal about it. Additionally, the museum has a sizable collection of paintings, particularly those by well-known Tanjore artists, for those who appreciate them. A 200 square foot mural is one of the objects on show that is sure to draw in attention from everyone. This artwork took over 4160 man-hours to complete and uses exclusively vegetable colors to reflect India's social and cultural legacy. The Kerala Room, a section of the museum devoted to architectural wonders and décor, is another feature. In addition to the approximately 3,800 items that are on show, the museum offers its patrons a variety of other artistic objects, including those made of porcelain, antique furniture, etc. An additional noteworthy attraction is a 1946 model 'Buick Super' that belongs to Mr. Revi Karuna Karan's father. The museum, which is the first of its kind in Kerala, has an exhibition space of 10,000 square feet and has a variety of items with great artistic brilliance and heritage value that come from all over the world.
