Hobbies
Beyond the Lab: Delve into the Personal Passions and Hobbies of CVS Ratnam, Discovering the Man Behind the Innovator and the Pleasures That Nurtured His Creative Mind.
Photography
Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru’s visit to Neyveli & a huge hand of bananas at RMV II
Camera Collection
Scribe
1st Book of his wife Smt. Sarajini Ratnam’s Lyrics On Shri Rama
He Scribed and edited over 4000 Lyrics written by his wife. He helped her publish 6 books.
Artifact Collection
Panchaloha Idols of Lord Rama, Sita, Lakshmana and Hunumantha Sculpted by President awardee sculptor from Tamil Nadu & Blue pottery from China
Elephant family Mahogany From Nairobi, Balsa Wood Wall hanging from Hongkong & Nestling Dolls From Russia.
Mahavir Black Metal, Animals of Australia hand painted and backed and glazed by an Australian Artist & Totem Pole In Redcedar wood.
Carved in Mother of Pearl, Silver Filigree Sail Boat & Pavai – Panchaloha
From Vadalur Fair.
Gold and Silver Filigree Soap Case, African Fauna & Elegant Swan from Paris
Ebony Wood Relief & Redwood Relief
Mahogany from Malawi, Pavai Vilaku From Chidambaram - Tamil Nadu &Roaring Lion In Ebony
From Indonesia and China Crystal
Rock and Mineral Collection
Dr.Ratnam collected Rocks and Minerals when he visited Mines in various countries.
Antique furniture Collection
Recliners
Postal Stamps Collection
He had a collection of postal stamps from more than 90 countries.
Walking Stick Collection
Walking sticks from all over the world.
He carried everyday a different stick when he went on his regular morning walks
