#chettiar

[kazifatagar]

New: Lebuh Ampang May Reclaim Historic Name as ‘Chetty Street’, Says Saravanan

KUALA LUMPUR — The historic Lebuh Ampang may soon regain its old identity as “Chetty Street” under a proposal by MIC deputy president Datuk Seri M. Saravanan. Speaking at a Deepavali event, he urged the government to rename the street in recognition of the Chettiar community’s contribution to Malaya’s early economy. Chetty Street Once known as Chetty Theru, the area was a hub for South Indian…

New: Lebuh Ampang May Reclaim Historic Name as ‘Chetty Street’, Says Saravanan

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Chettiar Hindu Temple in George Town, Penang, Malaysia

British vintage postcard

[kcchettiarblog]

Chettiar Community: Nurturing Heritage, Driving Success

Explore the dynamic legacy of the Chettiar community. Rooted in tradition yet forward-thinking, Chettiars have made significant contributions to business and culture. Discover the resilience, innovation, and success stories that define the Chettiar community, shaping a vibrant and diverse narrative.

[kcchettiarblog]

Chettiar: Nurturing Traditions, Building Futures

Explore the rich heritage and forward-thinking spirit of the Chettiar community. From preserving cultural legacies to driving modern success, discover the dynamic legacy of the Chettiars in shaping a vibrant and progressive future.

[igrms]

*OBJECT OF THE WEEK-67* (06th to 12th September, 2021) *Mara Chirapam- Ganesh* Wooden sculpture of Ganesh वेबसाइट की लिंक / Website link - https://igrms.com/wordpress/?page_id=4335 Mara Sirpam Ganesh is an exquisite wooden sculpture of Lord Ganesh collected from the Chettiar community of Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu. Chettiars were flourishing merchants who mostly traded with the south-east Asian countries. Maximum of their wealth were spent in building palatial houses and in decorating their interiors. This beautiful four-armed sculpture of dancing Ganesh is shown riding his vehicle Mushak (mouse) on a high lotus pedestal. The image is profusely carved with minute details, heavy ornamentation, and attributes. The upper part of the sculpture is decorated with leaves, flowers, and birds. Chettiar palatial homes were a centre of excellence in wood carving skills. Delicately carved wooden sculptures of God and Goddesses, flora and fauna are important elements present in their architecture. Acc. No. –98.1000 Local Name – Mara Sirpam Ganesh - Ganesh- Wooden sculpture of Ganesh Tribe/Community – Chettiar Locality – Sivaganga, Tamil Nadu. Measurement - Height - 177cm., Width – 38 cm #marasirpamganesh #marachirpamganesh #ganesh #woodensculptureofganesh #chettiar #sivaganga #tamilnadu #tradingcommunity #igrms #museumfromhome #objectoftheweek #ethnograhicobject #museumobject #museumofman #museumofmankind #museumofhumankind #experienceigrms #igrmsstories #staysafe #covid19 https://www.instagram.com/p/CTdim4boZv6/?utm_medium=tumblr

[igrms]

*‘सप्ताह का प्रादर्श-67’* (06 से 12 सितंबर, 2021 तक) *मारा चिरापम गणेश* काष्ठ निर्मित गणेश की प्रतिमा वेबसाइट की लिंक / Website link - https://igrms.com/wordpress/?page_id=4335 मारा सिरपम भगवान गणेश की एक उत्कृष्ट काष्ठ प्रतिमा है, जो तमिलनाडु के शिवगंगा जिले के चेट्टियार समुदाय से संकलित की गई है। चेट्टियार समृद्ध व्यापारी रहे हैं जो ज्यादातर दक्षिण-पूर्व एशियाई देशों के साथ व्यापार करते थे। उनका अधिकांश धन भव्य इमारतों के निर्माण और उनकी अंदरूनी सजावट में खर्च होता था। चतुर्भुज गणेश की इस सुंदर प्रतिमा को एक ऊँचे कमलासन पर उनके वाहन मूषक की पीठ पर नृत्य की मुद्रा में दर्शाया गया है। प्रतिमा अत्यधिक अलंकरण और समस्त आयुधों से युक्त कर विस्तार से उकेरी गई है। प्रतिमा के ऊपरी भाग को पत्तियों, फूलों और पक्षियों से अलंकृत किया गया है। चेट्टियारों के महलनुमा घर काष्ठ उत्कीर्णन कौशल के उत्कृष्ट केंद्र थे। देवी-देवताओं, वनस्पतियों और जीवों की सूक्ष्मता से उत्कीर्णित लकड़ी की प्रतिमाएं उनकी वास्तुकला के महत्वपूर्ण तत्व हैं। आरोहण क्रमांक - 98.1000 स्थानीय नाम -मारा चिरापम गणेश - काष्ठ निर्मित गणेश की प्रतिमा समुदाय - चेट्टियार स्थानीयता -शिवगंगा, तमिलनाडु माप -ऊंचाई - 177 सेमी, चौड़ाई - 38 सेमी #marasirpamganesh #marachirpamganesh #ganesh #woodensculptureofganesh #chettiar #sivaganga #tamilnadu #tradingcommunity #igrms #museumfromhome #objectoftheweek #ethnograhicobject #museumobject #museumofman #museumofmankind #museumofhumankind #experienceigrms #igrmsstories #staysafe #covid19 https://www.instagram.com/p/CTdiijJoyPC/?utm_medium=tumblr

[vynsp]

What do you call a #ChetBaker #Fan? A #Chettiar? #NoOffense, cos’ I am one. 😝 . Finally received his #Legendary #Riverside albums pressed by #RTI! . Excuse me while I soak in the sounds of #WestCoastJazz… . @craftrecordings @riverside_records @concordrecords @riverside #Divinylties #CitiSketcha #urbansketch #urbansketcher #analog #analogue #vinyl #album #phonograph #stylus #cartridge #music #record #longplay #33rpm #45rpm #turntable #audiophile #stereo #mono #LP #EP https://www.instagram.com/p/B6DaPzDBNB-/?igshid=144r6juibiqwh

[jeronimoloco]

#ChettyPusam | #singapore #festivals #coloursofsingapore #chettiar #kavadi #sgmemory https://www.instagram.com/p/Bs2udz4BMfy/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1rodwt6odsryh