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In a remarkable initiative aimed at fostering the convergence of art and tourism, the Indian Academy of Fine Arts has formalized a pivotal partnership with the Le Meridien group of hotels. This strategic collaboration has given birth to a visionary flagship program designed to shine a spotlight on the vibrant art scene of Amritsar. The […]
Introduction: Experts Reveal Glaring Cybersecurity Gap Allowing Precise Artwork Location Data to be Published A significant cybersecurity vulnerability has been uncovered by German information security experts within the renowned auction house Christie’s safeguards. This flaw allowed the precise location data of artworks belonging to numerous consigners to be inadvertently disclosed on the auction house’s website.
Introduction In a startling revelation that has sent shockwaves through the art world, it has come to light that at least one item stolen from the prestigious British Museum was offered for sale on the e-commerce platform eBay. The stolen artifacts, including gold jewelry and semi-precious stones dating back from the 15th century BC to
Stolen Artifacts from British Museum Valued at Upto $63,800 Offered on eBay for Mere $51 Read More »
Introduction The Indian miniature painting tradition boasts the opulent Mughal and Rajasthani ateliers adorned with gold; a practice rooted in Emperor Humayun’s importation of this revered Persian tradition. Following the Mughal and Rajasthani decline, skilled artisans dispersed across India, fostering thriving schools like Kangra and Basholi miniatures. Amidst these, the Assam School of manuscripts, now
The History and the Process of Preparing Assam School of Manuscripts for Painting Read More »
Digital Curation of art galleries and museums is an emerging concept more so in the West than in India. However, several are now venturing into this field and bringing it back home to revolutionise and contemporaries the field of curation and gallery designing. To understand what the concept of digital curation is and what a
The Conversation: The Insides of Digital Curation Read More »
A gentlemanly artist with a Dali-esque moustache and an elegant sartorial taste befitting his aristocratic lineage, Jehangir Sabavala was one of India’s most accomplished painters of the 20th century. Born on 23rd August 1922 in the heydays of Indian nationalism, Jehangir belonged to an affluent Parsi and Zoroastrian family, whose sympathies rested with the British
Ache of the Sublime: The Paintings of Jehangir Sabavala Read More »
The history of art had always designated a separate spot for craft- knitting, crocheting, embroidering, and others were simply not considered a part of the fine arts like painting or sculpture. Extremely handy and closely associated with generations of women’s household labour, these forms of creation have been disregarded as secondary forms of art- never
The Coloured Threads of Craftivism: Narratives of Power and Protest Read More »
Introduction The Iranian Revolution of 1979, also known as the Islamic Revolution or Enqelāb-e Eslāmī in Persian, was a significant event in Iran’s political landscape, disorienting Reza Shah Pahlavi’s seemingly stable governance. The revolution was fuelled by large-scale protests and widespread mobilisation. Shah’s concession and repression schemes led to the dictatorship’s downfall on February 11,
Introduction The legacy of the Indian Partition, a momentous event that marked the end of British rule in India, continues to reverberate through the artistic expressions of contemporary creators. As India and Pakistan commemorated their 76th year of independence, artists are using their creative prowess to delve into the intricate layers of the Partition’s impact,
Artists Explore the Complexities and Legacy of the Indian Partition in Diverse Art Forms Read More »
INTRODUCTION The origin of the name ‘Kullu’ can be traced to ‘kulant peeth’, signifying ‘the terminus of the inhabited world’. This picturesque valley settlement finds its snug abode nestled between the mighty lower and greater Himalayan ranges, harmoniously tracing the path of the Beas River. While a handful of hotels and resorts have emerged, life
Weaving Warmth: The Evolution and Artistry of Kullu Shawls Read More »