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We are familiar with the proverb, “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy”. And it certainly holds true. The word “play” may take a plethora of forms. And no artist knows it better than Touko Valio Laaksonen, better remembered by his pseudonym, ‘Tom of Finland’. Tom of Finland is both the artist […]
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Who is Sudarsan Pattnaik? Sudarsan Pattnaik is a self-taught sand artist based in Puri, Odisha. He was born on 15 April 1977. Since his early childhood, he was interested in the beaches and creating sand art, a skill he honed by himself. While building sand sculptures was fun to him, he was oblivious to the
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Despite the hype surrounding Paris, dealers claim that London still dominates the European art market as Frieze opens Amid the spectre of Brexit and stringent Covid-19 measures two years ago, London’s standing as Europe’s art capital seemed under threat from Paris. However, as Frieze London’s 20th edition approaches, art dealers and experts are refuting these
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On August 31, an SH Raza acrylic on canvas, titled Gestation (1989), became the most valuable Indian artwork ever sold at an auction. It went for an astounding Rs 51.75 crore, including commissions. The same day, two more records were made. FN Souza’s oil painting, Hunger, fetched Rs 34.5 crore, marking a new pinnacle for the artist,
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Introduction The ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict has resulted in a devastating humanitarian tragedy, prompting various sectors to respond in solidarity. The fashion world, too, has demonstrated its empathy and support by canceling or postponing several major events across the Middle East, the United States, and beyond. This article highlights key fashion events affected by the crisis
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A Feline Masterpiece Stacey’s Auctioneers and Valuers is set to delight art enthusiasts and cat lovers alike with an exceptional piece of British Contemporary Art – a rare ceramic cat crafted by the renowned artist David Hockney during his art school years. According to a report by Artnet News, this unique sculpture is going under
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What is Brutalist Architecture? Brutalist architecture is an architectural style that first became prominent in the United Kingdom after World War II. As the name suggests, brutalist architecture aims at celebrating and exposing the “brutal” truth of the buildings. It was a significant part of the modernist movement. This style of architecture preferred the ethics
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Introduction In a major development, UNESCO (The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation) has taken a significant step forward in the creation of a virtual museum dedicated to stolen cultural objects. Partnering with Interpol and securing initial funding from Saudi Arabia, this museum aims to raise global awareness about the illicit trafficking of cultural
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What is Soft Power? In its fundamental essence, ‘power’ encapsulates the capacity to effect change and exert influence over others, persuading them to act in ways they might not have independently chosen. These insights are drawn from the scholarly work of Joseph Nye, a political activist in the 1980s, at Harvard University, who delved into
https://www.abirpothi.com/web-stories/11-movies-based-on-famous-paintings-or-painters/?preview_id=56695&preview_nonce=937a78ae22&preview=true In a wondrous collision of creativity and celluloid, a fascinating trend has emerged: movies inspired by the brushstrokes of master painters and the captivating narratives that lie within their canvases and even great artists that have gained great acclaim in the world. These films weave together the realms of art and cinema, breathing life
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