Mysore/Mysuru: Noted artist, sculptor and writer L. Shivalingappa of Mysuru has taken exception for ignoring outstanding sculptors/artisans in the conferment of the 'State Asthana Vidwan Award' that is presented to renowned musicians at Mysore Palace during Dasara every year.
In a press release, Shivalingappa, who is also the founder of Mysore Art Gallery, said that many of the artworks, paintings, drawings, sculptures, carvings and the like found in the Mysore Palace are the work of talented artists, who have served the Palace for decades.
