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‘Vestiges of Colonialism’: Moffat Takadiwa’s attempt at addressing the effects of colonisation

Tsuktiben Jamir In a statement to ArteMorbida, Moffat Takadiwa said, “Vestiges of Colonialism’ is about the urgent need to eliminate the remnants of colonialism in Africa and cure the continent from its colonial hangover. It has never been so important as it is now. Current African democracies only survive through the leftovers of colonial dispensation […]

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Basquiat x Warhol: Painting Four Hands: An homage to two great American artists

Tsuktiben Jamir The concept of what art may be and what art can look like are frequently confused. Andy Warhol (1928-1987) extended the viewers’ awareness of how they may approach experiencing art, which goes beyond simply creating visuals that made art appear to be something entirely new. He made excellent use of colour, form, and

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On ‘Magic, Matter and Memory’: NGV Triennial 2023

Tsuktiben Jamir Established in 1861, The National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) is Australia’s oldest and most popular gallery and is known for holding a diverse variety of local and international artists, exhibits, activities, and events, including fashion and design, architecture, music, dance, as well as significant international historic exhibitions. The NGV has the largest collection

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PLAT Asia gets a new look: A contemporary art office inspired by ‘Nomad-in-Urban’ concept

Tsuktiben Jamir PLAT Asia is a multinational group of architects and designers founded by Baoyang Bian and Donghyun Jung, in Beijing in 2010 with a vision to improve living conditions without compromising the environment of the future. PLAT Asia aims to “establish a high standard international design studio while being deeply rooted in the traditional

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Zang Daqian’s Pink Lotus On Gold Screen sold for US$32.3m in its auction debut at Sotheby’s Hong Kong

Iftikar Ahmed On the evening of April 5, Sotheby’s Hong Kong held four consecutive auctions to celebrate its 50th anniversary in Asia. A unique two-panel gold screen by Chinese master Zhang Daqian, which was offered at a stand-alone sale, opened the sale series. One of only six known examples of the artist’s lotus on gold

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Mithila Festival USA 2023: Art for United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Focusing on Gender Equality

Iftikar Ahmed The art of Mithila is well-known all over the globe. With a significant contribution from female artists, Mithila paintings have been around for millennia. The tradition of the art form is to tell stories about mythological and religious occurrences, as well as to serve as decoration and make societal commentary. With artists using

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