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Indian Art and cultural space lost a prominent critical voice last day, Kavita Singh (58), a renowned art historian, scholar, writer, former Professor and dean at the School of Arts and Aesthetics, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) and winner of the prestigious 2018 Infosys Prize for Humanities, passed away on Sunday. She was one of the […]
Eminent Art historian and Educator Kavita Singh passes away Read More »
A Luxurious Bargain and Elusive Access Private foundations offer a lucrative tax-saving opportunity for the ultrawealthy to donate valuable assets while promising public benefits. However, investigations reveal that some donors have exploited this system to claim millions in tax deductions while offering limited or no public access to their donated assets. The Carolands Mansion –
A Bold Climate Protest at the National Gallery Climate activists from the group “This is Rigged” staged a bold protest at the National Gallery of Scotland in Edinburgh on Wednesday, targeting a portrait of King Charles III. The protest aimed to draw attention to the government’s stance on new oil and gas projects and demand
Eduardo Kac’s Decades-Long Vision Takes Shape Renowned artist Eduardo Kac is about to accomplish a lifelong dream with his artwork Ágora (1986-2023), a piece specifically designed for deep space. After three decades of waiting for the perfect opportunity, Ágora is set to embark on a journey beyond Earth’s atmosphere. But this space voyage is not
Artist Eduardo Kac to Send a Hologram Into Space. What does it mean to us? Read More »
Andy Warhol is one of the late twentieth century’s great artists and the God of Pop Art. Andy Warhol’s Artwork is often stated as a significant intervention in the Capitalist concept of Art. Andy Warhol’s work, The Ten Portraits of Jews of the Twentieth Century, is valuable and arguably considered the most critical piece in
Why Andy Warhol Painted Ten Jews of the Twentieth Century? Read More »
In the photographs of Malick Sidibé, one finds the essence of life spilling over, transcending the space between the viewer and the subjects within the photograph. There is movement, spirit, and community- all gathered during a pivotal time in Malian history, immediately after its independence from French colonial rule. Sidibé’s work is renowned today for
Capturing Life: Malick Sidibé’s Black and White Reflections of Mali Read More »
Who is an Artist in modern terms? One who produces Artwork to fulfil the prevalent desire of the people or the market? Otherwise, the artist who makes works for the taste of the Gallery and the people ready to purchase the Artwork? When discussing Art in a market-oriented economy, Art is more than an investment,
Marianne North: Botanical Artists and A Perfect World of Wonders Read More »
29th July 2023. ON THIS DAY. Vincent Van Gogh, one of the most celebrated artists in history died on 29 July 1890, leaving an indelible mark on the world of art. His captivating paintings, such as “Starry Night” and “Sunflowers,” are admired globally. However, his life was fraught with challenges, including mental illness and personal
Unraveling the Tragic Tale: Vincent Van Gogh’s Death and His Enduring Artistic Legacy Read More »
The claim that the illicit antiquities trade is the “third largest illicit trade in the world” has been widely circulated for over five decades. However, new research by archaeologists Donna Yates and Neil Brodie sheds light on the origins of this factoid and exposes its lack of verifiable evidence. The study, published in the peer-reviewed
Antiquities Trafficking: Debunking the Myth of the “Third Largest Illicit Trade” Read More »
The digital art market has been experiencing both highs and lows, with occasional impressive sales amid an overall bear market. Recently, the Canadian company Lighthouse Immersive Inc., renowned for its immersive art exhibitions, filed for bankruptcy in the US. Similarly, Christie’s faced its share of challenges in the digital art space when one of artist