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Subhaprasanna Bhattacharjee is an Indian painter. He was born on 20 October 1947. Mononymously known as Subhaprasanna, he was the recipient of the 2013 Banga Bibhushan. He is an internationally acclaimed artist, having exhibited his work not only in India but also in Bangladesh, France, Germany, Singapore, Switzerland, and the United States (US). He is […]
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Introduction In the picturesque landscape of Karma Lakelands, the 2023 Annual Art Symposium unfolded as a remarkable celebration of art, nature, and creativity. The words of Thomas Merton, “Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time,” beautifully encapsulated the spirit of this event. Artists from diverse backgrounds, each with their
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Introduction On October 17, 2023, New Delhi witnessed a momentous occasion as the Kalabhumi Institute of Fine Arts & Design achieved recognition in three prestigious world records. The “The Pride of India” Award Ceremony 2023, held at the Laugh Store Vegas Mall in Sector 14 Dwarka, New Delhi, marked the remarkable achievements of Kalabhumi, notably
Introduction Over 2,000 visual artists, writers, actors, and cultural figures have come together to demand an immediate ceasefire in Gaza in an open letter circulating online. Their collective voice is calling for an end to the suffering faced by the 2.3 million Palestinians in Gaza, referring to it as a “collective punishment on an unimaginable
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Kalpathi Ganpathi ‘KG’ Subramanyan was an Indian painter, professor, author, illustrator, muralist, and freedom fighter. KG Subramanyan was a true artist. He had tried his hand at every medium possible – drawings, watercolours, oil paintings, canvas, acrylics, and more. He has also employed several forms including but not limited to sculptures, murals, set design, glass
KG Subramanyan: A Man of Many Dispositions Read More »
In a baffling turn of events, six valuable historical paintings stolen from the town hall in Medemblik, Holland, have reappeared without warning at the doorstep of an art detective in Amsterdam, Arthur Brand, renowned for his success in recovering stolen art, including a Van Gogh and a Picasso painting. Surprise Delivery to Art Detective According
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Historically, building an art collection has been a gradual process, taking years, if not decades, to amass a significant array of artworks. Collectors often found themselves in a situation where their acquisitions exceeded the available wall space in their primary and secondary residences, leading to a growing need for storage. ARTnews Top 200 Collectors List:
The Evolution of Art Collecting: From Acquisition to Curation Read More »
In an effort to enhance security, improve public access, and address repatriation demands, the British Museum has unveiled a bold plan to digitize its entire collection. The project is set to span five years and involves digitizing or upgrading 2.4 million records. The announcement comes on the heels of a shocking incident where approximately 2,000
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With a view to fostering awareness about issues related to diverse ecosystems unique to numerous rich folk art that India has always been known for, we are making sure that many of the brilliant artists from different regions belonging to long-established time-honoured art forms get their due.” Ms. Pragati Agarwal Rejoice, art lovers, for a
“SAMANVAY – Harmony in Nature” brings forth the Rare Gems of Folk Art Read More »
Lewis Mumford was an exemplary architectural critic, historian, sociologist, and author. He was born on 19 October 1965. Lewis Mumford books are heralded by design enthusiasts as a window to a sustainable union between society and architects. He was a frequent critic of technology, urban planning, and their repercussions on the lifestyle of humankind. In
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