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Pratiksha Shome The root ‘yam’, which means to hold or support, is where the term ‘yantra’ originates from in Sanskrit. As a result, a yantra is thought of in metaphysical terms as a container for the purest spiritual essence. A Yantra is a pure geometric arrangement made up of the original, most fundamental shapes. These […]
Yantra: The symbolic Meaning in Tantric art Read More »
Krispin Joseph PX We must think about the design when sitting in a chair or using something to move, operate, and articulate. Everything, including the ‘ourself’, is designed; without the design aspects, there is nothing. We are living in a designed world. However, where does this designed world start in a modern sense? How does
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Aditya Sisodia Goan artist Sonia Rodrigues Sabarwal has made her mark on the recently opened New Parliament building in Delhi with her depiction of the goddess ‘Sheetlai’ as part of a mural called the ‘People’s Wall.’ Representing the art from different states of India, Sonia’s panel showcases the vibrant culture of Goa. The mural, which
From Goa to the Capital: Sonia Rodrigues Sabarwal’s Artistry in the New Parliament Read More »
Aditya Sisodia Returning for its third edition, London Gallery Weekend once again took place across the capital from June 2nd through 4th. To mark the occasion, galleries citywide will present unmissable shows by their leading artists and remain open throughout the weekend to welcome art enthusiasts, budding collectors, and interested members of the public, in
10 Shows during London Gallery Weekend 2023 Read More »
Sanjana Chawla The growing inclination towards designer, trendy fast fashion products generates uncontrollable amounts of fabric waste and depletes the planet’s resources. While the costs of these products are meagre, the damage they cause to the environment is lasting. According to the Indian Textile Journal, more than 1 million tonnes of textiles are thrown away
Kritika Verma This Article is the second part of research on 17th Century Krishna Leela’s painting; it illustrates the text of devotional songs, a genre known as Krishnalila. The first part of this Article: The Hidden Metaphors in the 17th Century Krishna Leela Painting from Nepal A third aspect of reading and separating an entirely
The Influence of Medieval Sanskrit Text From India in This Painting Read More »
Pratiksha Shome A Salvador Dali brooch created for a colourful philanthropist who served as the inspiration for a Taylor Swift song sold at Christie’s New York for $982,800. The spectacular starfish-shaped brooch, which dates to around 1950 and is around 7 inches long, is comprised of diamonds, rubies, emeralds, platinum, and yellow gold. The creature’s
Pratiksha Shome While excavating trenches for a new building in Boxford, Berkshire, England, a construction crew discovered a sizable piece of carved oak that was over 6,000 years old, according to a statement released by Historic England on Wednesday. The antique piece of ornamental oak is said to be the earliest carving in Britain. It
Pratiksha Shome On May 15, in the middle of the night, a piece of public art in Richmond, California, vanished. Fencelines – A Collective Monument to Resilience was a project where community people expressed their aspirations for the future of the city and its surroundings on a series of slats. The fence around the Chevron
Chevron Removes Public Art Work: “They’re Trying to Erase Us” Read More »
Tsuktiben Jamir Indian Art has been doing exceedingly well in the market, according to financial experts. Once facing a decline in business ten years ago, art auction houses are now joyfully raising their glasses to a thriving market. Recent data from the Indian Art Investor, an art market advisory in Delhi, reveals that nearly 60%
Indian Art Market: Record-Breaking Prices in Auction, its Time of Art Boom? Read More »