Ethnic Tanjore arts was created with a vision of aiding and promoting the interests hundreds of artists who are confined to practicing their craft from their homes and rural regions. Its founder, Mr. R. Prasanna Venkatesh , was born in Chennai.
Balaji Tanjore Gallery is famous for its handmade antique painting engraved with 22-carat gold foils, imported gems, and a frame was designed with pure teak wood.
Recognizing the hundreds of artisans are suffering due to lack of recognition and market access, he found the "Ethnic Tanjore Arts" with the aim of providing financial succour and a helping hand to his artisans.