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Pundole’s Auction House Sets New Records in Modern Indian Art Sale

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Last evening, Pundole’s Auction House made history by achieving the highest sale total for an auction of Modern Indian Art, breaking multiple records in the process. World Auction Record for a Modern Indian Painting Renowned artist S.H. Raza’s masterpiece fetched a staggering 51.75 crore (6.27 million USD), establishing a new world auction record for Modern […]

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Unheard Voices of India Appreciated at Lokayata Art Gallery

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A new photography exhibition has recently been opened for visitors at Lokyata Art Gallery, organized by the Luna Arts. This exhibition includes a wide range of high-quality, newly conceptualized, and breathtaking pictures that provoke people to think about the works. Apart from the images of humans with the emotional element, a few landscapes are also

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Arpana Caur: Aesthetics at the Service of Life

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When we think of portraying traumatic events of history through painting, we often wish to communicate it using a visually unsettling image that draws the viewer and does – to whatever degree possible – artistic justice to the event. Beauty, one presumes, bears no immediate relationship to the appalling. For the renowned Indian artist Arpana

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Bronze Statue Seized from Cleveland Museum of Art Amid Antiquities Trafficking Investigation

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Introduction In a recent development that has sent shockwaves through the art world, a New York County Supreme Court Judge has signed a warrant for the seizure of a valuable bronze statue from Ohio’s renowned Cleveland Museum of Art. This action comes as part of a broader investigation into the alleged trafficking of antiquities originating

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11 Famous Artworks of Damien Hirst: Exploring Life and Death.

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The British conceptual artist Damien Hirst has made an enduring impression on the field of modern art with his provocative and contentious examination of beauty, discovered items, and the complex interplay between life and death. Hirst, who was born in Bristol, England, on June 7, 1965, began his creative career at Goldsmiths College in London,

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Unlocking Artistic Potential: 5 Fully Funded Residencies for Artists

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Introduction Artistic residencies serve as fertile grounds for creativity, offering artists the space, time, and resources to nurture their talents and push the boundaries of their craft. However, the financial constraints associated with residencies can often deter artists from pursuing these invaluable opportunities. In this article, we present a curated list of five fully funded

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Affordable Art Fair 2023: A Promising Opportunity for Artists and Art Enthusiasts

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Introduction The Gallery ACF (Art Culture Festival) is all set to host the Affordable Art Fair from September 16th to 18th, 2023, at the prestigious D-49 Defence Colony in New Delhi. This event promises an array of advantages for both artists and visitors, making it an unmissable occasion in the art calendar. Advantages for Artists

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Big Eyes: A Great ‘Lure’ in Western Art, Story of Margaret Keane

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Margaret Keane is maybe the only Artist who established herself as an artist in the courtroom in Western Art history. Margaret, an American artist known for painting subjects with big eyes and Artwork, was initially credited to her ex-husband for years. The story of People with Eyes and ‘lure’ in Western Art goes back to

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Jamdani: The Art of Exquisite Textiles from Bengal and Bangladesh

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What is Jamdani? Where does it come from? The distinctive texture seen against the airy backdrop of muslin fabric characterises the cherished Jamdani cloth, a beacon of history and heritage. This textile tradition is rooted in meticulous handloom weaving, utilising a unique technique where design threads are woven discontinuously, ensuring that the muslin’s transparency is

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The First Female Sculptor form Kashmir Sabreena Firdous Sculpting Her Way Through Glass Ceilings

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Introduction In the heart of Gulab Bagh Hazratbal, Srinagar, a remarkable artist is making waves. Sabreena Firdous, at just 22 years old, is not only shaping clay but also breaking barriers in the world of sculpture. She is the first female sculptor artist in the region, leaving an indelible mark on the art world with

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