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Introduction After two decades of construction and an investment of one billion dollars, the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is on the cusp of welcoming visitors. Described as the “largest museum in the world dedicated to one civilization,” the GEM is poised to become a leading hub for archaeological and historical research. Situated strategically between Cairo […]
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Introduction In a historic art auction event, Pablo Picasso’s iconic painting, “Femme à la montre,” soared to an astounding $139.4 million at Sotheby’s New York, marking it as the second most valuable work by the renowned artist ever sold at auction. The sale of this masterpiece, which is now among the top ten works ever
Born on August 4, 1907, Altina Schinasi was a Renaissance woman who experimented with several methods of art. Her broad range of skills included activism, spectacle design, and filming. This article explores the life and accomplishments of visionary Altina Schinasi, whose work continues to have an impact on the fashion, film, and art industries. The
Altina Schinasi: The Inventor of Cat Eye Glasses. Read More »
Astrology has been viewed as a science, an art form, a form of dark magic, and a pop-culture phenomenon over the span of millennia. But since the dawn of time, people have looked to the stars and artists for inspiration. Salvador Dali was highly superstitious despite not being renowned for being a particularly spiritual person.
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Introduction Christie’s, one of the world’s leading auction houses, recently held its first evening sale in the marquee November auctions in New York. The auction, dedicated to art created in the 21st century, failed to meet its expectations, resulting in subdued results and a lack of record-breaking sales. Shortfall in Hammer Price The evening sale
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Knowledge can be gained at any age. After having a detailed study on topics there are things unknown to us. So, we at Abirpothi present before you the lesser-known facts about artists around the world. Salvador Dali “The fact that I myself, at the moment of painting, do not understand my own pictures, does not
Introduction A Russian airstrike on the Black Sea port city of Odesa has left a trail of destruction, damaging both the city’s major art institution and its vital port infrastructure. The attack, which occurred on a Sunday night, resulted in at least eight people being wounded. Artistic and Cultural Losses The Odesa Fine Arts Museum,
Introduction Dubai’s Pullman Hotel in Jumeirah Lakes Towers recently transformed into a mesmerising garden of artistic expression as flowers of all shapes and sizes bloomed, courtesy of an international floral art exhibition curated by Peter Gressmann. A Celebration of Floral Artistry Curated by Peter Gressmann, a long-standing German expatriate based in Dubai, this exhibition celebrated
Is Dubai’s Floral Art Exhibition the Ultimate Showcase of International Artistic Talent? Read More »
This Saturday the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) honoured David Fincher and Judy Baca at the 2023 Art+Film Gala. David Fincher, known for his critically acclaimed movies like “Mank,” “Se7en,” “Fight Club,” and “The Social Network,” is celebrated for his engaging storytelling and unique cinematic vision. Judy Baca, a prominent contemporary American artist,
Art+Film Gala 2023: Honoring Judy Baca for her Iconic Contributions Read More »
Art takes on many shades; sometimes it titillates the mind, and at other times it relaxes the very being of existence. Shobha Broota’s work falls under the latter. Born in 1943 into an artistic family, her passion for music knew no bounds. She directed her infatuation towards fine arts and soon enough she rose to
A Meditative Trance: Shobha Broota’s Life in Colors Read More »