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Kerala University unearths a 5,300-year-old ancient settlement in Gujarat

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aerial view of excavation site in lakahpar village

Archaeologists from the University of Kerala have unearthed a 5,300-year-old settlement near Lakhapar village in Western Kachchh, Gujarat. The excavation revealed an early Harappan habitation site, located near the now quiet Gandhi River, once a perennial water source, spanning nearly three hectares on either side of the Gaduli-Lakhapar Road. The excavators found well-planned structural remains […]

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Tourist breaks $50,000 Van Gogh Swarovski Crystals Chair at Italian Museum

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In April, a couple of Tourists visiting Palazzo Maffei in Verona, Italy, destroyed an art piece by attempting to sit on it to take a picture. The Art installation valued at $50K, known as the ‘Van Gogh’ Chair, was built by the Italian artist Nicola Bolla and is bejewelled with thousands of shimmering Swarovski crystals

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Artemisia Gentileschi Masterpiece Resurfaces After Beirut Blast, Now on View at Getty Museum

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Hercules and Omphale, Artemisia Gentileschi A previously unknown painting by renowned 17th-century Italian artist Artemisia Gentileschi, Hercules and Omphale, is now on display at the J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles after surviving the devastating Beirut port explosion in 2020 and undergoing a three-year conservation effort. The work is the centerpiece of a new

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11 Iconic Works of Raja Ravi Varma, the Father of Modern Indian Art

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Smriti Malhotra Raja Ravi Varma, was born on 29 April 1848  to an aristocratic family in Kilimanoor, Kerala and was a self-taught artist who was commissioned often to make portraits of Indian Royalty. He is known for his work portraits and depiction of Indian women and depiction of particularly poignant scenes from Indian mythology. He

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16 Ahmedabad Architects You Need to Know Now

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Ahmedabad, renowned for its rich architectural heritage, stands as a testament to the fusion of modernity and tradition in India. Architects in Ahmedabad play a pivotal role in shaping the cityscape, blending innovative design with cultural influences. From iconic structures like the Sabarmati Ashram to contemporary marvels such as the Gujarat High Court, Ahmedabad’s architects

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The Red Thread: Tale of of Kotpad Weaving in Odisha

Dying art, Featured, Room For More Art /

Kotpad, a small village nestled in the picturesque state of Odisha, holds a weaving tradition that is both captivating and vanishing with the passage of time. The artistry of Kotpad weaving, passed down through generations, embodies a softer, more artistic lens of the world. Weaver’s Homes at Kotpad Within the weavers’ abodes, a long corridor

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Vikram Goyal Studio and Viya Present a Landmark Showcase in Kolkata

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A Debut Exhibition of Home Design Objects at the Historic Burdwan Palace Kolkata, India : Vikram Goyal Studio and Viya are proud to announce their first-ever joint showcase in Kolkata, marking a significant new chapter for both design houses. Set against the grand backdrop of the iconic Burdwan Palace, from June 18th to 21st ,

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