we merge traditional techniques with scientific precision to safeguard cultural treasures
About
At Conservation Initiative for Art & Culture Heritage (CIACH), we are dedicated to preserving India’s rich artistic heritage through expert conservation and restoration services. Founded by Mr. M.N. Manikandan, a seasoned conservator with over 34+ years of experience, our team specializes in safeguarding a diverse range of artworks, including stained-glass windows, oil paintings, murals, sculptures, textiles, manuscripts, monuments, and modern art oil pastels, works done by famous sculpture artists etc. CIACH also undertakes new works of stained-glass windows and installation of decorative stained-glass works.
Art conservation and restoration is a science-based area of expertise, wherein the conservator has to research and analyse the journey taken by the work of art or artifact while being privy to the chemical aspects subjected to it by its environment and the mediums used. At CIACH, we safeguard cultural heritage. Our work is grounded in material understanding, environmental stewardship, and deep respect for each artwork’s integrity. Every detail is studied, preserved, and documented to ensure longevity and historical continuity. Whether you’re an art collector, museum, institution, or individual with cherished artworks, CIACH offers tailored
CIACH
Shri M.N. Manikandan is a distinguished art conservator with over 34+ years of experience in the conservation of paintings, art objects, and monumental structures. Since 1996, he has also specialized in the conservation of stained-glass windows, contributing significantly to preserving India’s artistic heritage.
CONSERVATION & PRESERVATION SERVICES
Cultural Art Restoration
Bringing timeless beauty back to life through precision, care, and expert techniques—reviving every stroke, hue, and texture with devotion, passion, and historical respect for generations to admire.
Art
Restoration
Stained Glass Conservation
Preserving timeless beauty through expert care and historical integrity, our stained glass conservation ensures vibrant colors and sacred stories shine bright for generations across cathedrals and landmarks.
Stained Glass Conservation
Preservation services
Preservation services that ensure every detail, memory, or artifact is safely maintained, thoughtfully handled, and professionally protected for generations to come with unmatched care and dedication.
Preservation services
Your Art. Our Responsibility.
Membership
IIC (International institute for conservation of historic and artistic works)
IASC (Indian Association for the Study of Conservation of Cultural Property)
latest Blog posts
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In a world increasingly reliant on digital storage, the tangible presence of ancient manuscripts and archival documents continues to hold irreplaceable historical, cultural, and scholarly
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Textiles have long been a part of humanity’s visual and functional culture—from ceremonial robes to battle flags, handwoven saris to embroidered tapestries. These delicate materials
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Oil paintings are among the most admired and collected forms of fine art—but they are also incredibly vulnerable to the passage of time. Environmental exposure,
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