RESOURCES
THE HUNDAL RESEARCH LIBRARY
The Hundal Research Library contains several hundred publications relating to South Asian art, architecture, textiles, jewelry and handicrafts, as well as several other sections, focusing on South Asian history, literature, music, fashion, culinary and other art forms. The library also contains a large corpus of exhibition publications and auction catalogs. The unique collection of books and catalogs provides in depth information about the art and artists of the region and is a valuable research resource for scholars, students and teachers and other interested individuals.
The holdings of the Hundal Research Library can be perused here.
PLAN YOUR RESEARCH TRIP
Located in a non-public area on the Institute’s second floor. The Library is open by appointment Thursday through Saturday between 1 pm - 4 pm. Appointments must be made at least 48 hours in advance. Visitors must submit the specifics of the desired materials in advance, so that the Institute staff can assist with its retrieval.
To make an appointment to visit the Library, please email: info@saichicago.org
PHOTO STUDIO
South Asia Institute (SAI) has a comprehensive Photography Documentation Studio for the purpose of documenting and cataloging visual art and art objects. The photographs document the condition of every piece of art in the collection. Objects that require restoration are photographed prior to beginning the process of preservation and then once the restoration is completed. High resolution images for the production of catalogs, books, posters and other advertising materials are also created at the Photo Studio.