The Arnolfini Portrait was painted in 1434 by the Early Netherlandish painter, Jan Van Eyck. It is alternatively known as the ‘Arnolfini Wedding Portrait.’ The painting narrates the triviality of monotony during the Northern Renaissance. In addition to the subjects, the painting includes conceited elements imbibed with symbolic meanings. Jan van Eyck Arnolfini’s Portrait is […]

Imagine the Venetian Lagoon, waves crashing on the tiny island of Murano. Not only would you find good seafood, but you would come across the indigenous population (and undoubtedly, due to its popularity, the visitors.) But that isn’t all that Murano has to offer, the island is also known for its unique Murano glass blowing

Talk about a glorious purpose! The Marvel fans are ecstatic about their favorite (and relatable) anti-hero Loki Laufeyson finally finding his purpose. What happens in fantasy stays in the fantasy world. In the real world, it is extremely rare for someone to acknowledge and hand themselves over to their glorious purpose. But if you are

Every being on this planet has faced adversities at one point in their existence. While they may break some, others might turn them into tales of braveries. That has been the primary focus of contemporary painter and sculptor Jayshree Burman. Burman hails from a family of eminent artists. Her uncle, Sakti Burman, her husband Paresh