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Om Prakash Jain, born in 1929, is an Indian art curator, collector, patron, and philanthropist. He founded the Sanskriti Pratishthan (Sankriti Foundation) in 1979, widely regarded as one of the foremost organisations committed to cultural preservation and advancement of arts; as well as runs the Sanskriti Kendra Museums in Anandagram, Delhi. He was chairman of […]
Introduction In a remarkable exhibition-cum-sale by Sotheby’s auction house in London, over 1,400 lots of the treasured belongings of legendary British singer-songwriter Freddie Mercury have been unveiled. Among these items is a captivating Indian miniature painting dating back to the 16th century, known as the ‘Journey of a Persian Prince.’ This article explores the significance
Introduction India’s cultural and spiritual heritage is woven with threads of diverse traditions and profound philosophies that have evolved over centuries. Among these, Vaishnavism stands as evidence of the lasting power of devotion and the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment. Originating in ancient times, Vaishnavism’s roots delve deep into the religious landscape of India. Within this
Resurgence of Devotion: How Did Neo-Vaishnavism Shape Assam’s Cultural Renaissance? Read More »
Introduction: Dr. Jyotindra Jain is a renowned Indian scholar, who has authored several articles, books and staged exhibitions on traditional Indian folk arts and cultures as well as popular visual cultures. His interest in Indian art and culture identified him as a potential and pioneering academic scholar. Dr. Jyotindra Jain, born on June 5th, 1943,
Dr. Jyotindra Jain: A Pioneering Scholar and visionary of Indian Art and Culture. Read More »
In 2002, the founder of the Bahujan Samaj Party, Kanshi Ram, announced his intentions to convert to Buddhism on 14th October 2006, the 50th anniversary of Ambedkar’s conversion at Nagpur. But on 9th October 2006, the charismatic Dalit leader died at his official residence in New Delhi after a long history of health complications. After
Mayawati’s Lucknow: Buddha, Baba Saheb Becomes Visible in the Cityscape Read More »
A Creative Confluence Down Under The Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre (SVCC) at the Consulate General of India in Sydney recently orchestrated a captivating workshop on Gond art, collaborating with MeMeraki and acclaimed master artist Venkat Shyam from Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. This artistic endeavor served as an innovative bridge between cultures and nations, spotlighting the intriguing
A Prominent Canadian Company Confronts Financial Setbacks Lighthouse Immersive, a Canadian company renowned for its captivating art exhibitions featuring the works of acclaimed artists like Van Gogh, Frida Kahlo, Gustav Klimt, and Claude Monet, is poised to undergo a significant downsizing following its filing for creditor protection in Delaware and Ontario. Scale-back Amidst Competition and
India’s handloom sector stands as a cherished symbol of the country’s rich cultural heritage and plays a crucial role in providing livelihoods to people in rural and semi-rural regions. With over 70% of all weavers and allied workers being women, the handloom industry also directly contributes to women’s empowerment. Rooted in nature, the handloom sector
National Handloom Day Special: Ecommerce Markets Help India’s Handloom Sector Resurge Read More »
A Stroke of Luck Fortune smiled upon a British couple as they stumbled upon what appeared to be an overlooked masterpiece by renowned English landscape painter John Constable. Simon Houison Craufurd and his wife, Adity, were astonished to learn that a painting in the guest wing of their family’s 800-year-old castle, Craufurdland Castle, might be
August 6, On This Day Andrew Warhola — more popularly known as Andy Warhol — has an artistic legacy that seems almost too vast to describe. Born on August 6, 1928, Warhol was a pop art pioneer (mass-produced art that apotheosized the supposed banality of the commercial culture of the US), visual artist, film director,
Happy B’day Warhol, Who is a Rebel God of Pop Art Read More »