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June 18, On This Day Amid a lineage of prolific littérateurs and artists, the Tagore family, was yet another eminent painter and woman. Sunayani Devi was the younger sister of painters Abanindranath, Gaganendranath and Samarendranath Tagore, and the niece of Rabindranath Tagore. She was born to Saudamini Devi and Gunendranath Tagore on June 18, […]
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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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In the heart of Goa, at the intersection of art, tourism, and identity, a quiet shift is beginning to take shape. No, it’s not a new resort or yet another techno festival—it’s something far more intimate, layered, and long overdue. The recently concluded Collaborative Photography Design-a-thon at the Museum of Goa, aptly titled As We
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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
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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VN Jyothi Basu was the very first artist to be represented by the gallery. This dates back to even before we had a physical space in India. My mother, Usha Mirchandani, met Jyothi and saw the work he had been making from 1998 onwards (after he had been on a decade-long break from painting). Fascinated,
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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
The Red Thread: Tale of of Kotpad Weaving in Odisha Read More »
Richa Aarya: A remarkable voice for women bound in regression Rustic roots in the small Haryana village of Samalkha provide identity and purpose to the creations of powerhouse young artist Richa Aarya, who gives a voice to the struggles of women in regressive environments. Her art gathers heft from lived experiences, and its impact is
Did You Know About These 3 Young Feminist Artists? Read More »
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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Global sportswear giant Nike has launched a collaboration with Toronto-based Indian design collective NorBlack NorWhite, featuring a vibrant collection that celebrates traditional Indian bandhani craftsmanship on June 11, 2024. Collection Details The Nike x NorBlack NorWhite collection features women’s sportswear incorporating bandhani, a centuries-old Indian tie-dye technique. The line includes: Brand Background NorBlack NorWhite was
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