A different slice of Madurai

through objects to collect, wear and experience

Sumanth Collective is a sanctuary of creativity & expression

We are an ever-evolving family of artists, artisans and designers

the Three pillars

  • Create

    The intertwining dance of materials, context, and culture that gives birth to objects to spaces of unbridled desire.

    Our in-house practice brings these to life.

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  • Curate

    We extend beyond our studio to bring brand exquisite aesthetics and unforgettable experiences to your brand. Borrow our minds.

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  • Collaborate

    We are a cradle for collaboration bringing artists, artisans and designers together broadening the conversation to new territories.

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A KALEIDOSCOPE OF WELL-CRAFTED OBJECTS

  • A Note from Madhan

    A Note from Madhan

    Palimpsest is truly a testament to the harmony between nature and architecture. Each step within the home feels like a journey into a living canvas. I am greeted by the...

    A Note from Madhan

    Palimpsest is truly a testament to the harmony between nature and architecture. Each step within the home feels like a journey into a living canvas. I am greeted by the...

  • A note from Amma

    A note from Amma

    The Palimpsest House This small castle-like house, located on the banks of the River Vaigai in Kochadai, Madurai, is a site to behold among the surrounding bushes and untouched nature....

    A note from Amma

    The Palimpsest House This small castle-like house, located on the banks of the River Vaigai in Kochadai, Madurai, is a site to behold among the surrounding bushes and untouched nature....

  • A Letter from Palimpsest

    A Letter from Palimpsest

    Dear Lovelies, As I pen down these words, I am reminded of the magic that unfolds within the walls of Palimpsest. It is a place where time loses its grip,...

    A Letter from Palimpsest

    Dear Lovelies, As I pen down these words, I am reminded of the magic that unfolds within the walls of Palimpsest. It is a place where time loses its grip,...

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Collaborate

Discovering Syncretism: Trespassers and the Surrealism of Exquisite Corpse

Trespassers' vibrant murals from India and Exquisite Corpse technique exemplify syncretism in art, blending beliefs and cultures harmoniously.

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Curate

Oor Koodi Ther Izhu

A play based on the history of Madurai’s Chithirai Thiruvizha, exploring ideas around social cohesion and equality.

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Summer at Palimpsest - Postcards

Happenings at the Palimpsest