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Wall Painting Designs for Office Rooms: How to Select The Right Fit?

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Getting the Best Wall Painting for Office Cabins Creating a productive, inviting, and aesthetically pleasing office environment will lighten up your mood, creativity, and efficiency. One of the most effective ways to elevate the ambience of your workspace is by incorporating wall paintings for office spaces. Let’s discuss some wall painting designs for office rooms. […]

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This 100-Year-Old Design Trend Is Making a Massive Comeback

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Why Art Deco Is Making a Stylish Comeback Art Deco, a design style that first gained prominence in the 1920s and 1930s, is experiencing a stunning resurgence in modern architecture, interior design, fashion, and visual art. Characterised by luxurious materials, geometric patterns, and bold aesthetics, Art Deco design continues to captivate artists, designers, and homeowners

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Experimenter Curators’ Hub 2025 : A Triumph for Contemporary Curatorial Discourse

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14th edition brings together eight leading international curators in Kolkata, marking new chapter under fresh leadership The 14th edition of Experimenter Curators’ Hub concluded today at Experimenter Gallery’s Hindustan Road space in Kolkata, marking a significant milestone in contemporary curatorial education and discourse. The two-day intensive program brought together eight leading curators from India and

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Akar Prakar Presents “Crafting Visions: The Art of Gouri Bhanja” in Kolkata

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Akar Prakar gallery opened “Crafting Visions: The Art of Gouri Bhanja” on July 18, celebrating the pioneering artist’s work. The exhibition, curated by Debdutta Gupta, runs through August 16 and presents a comprehensive survey of Bhanja’s contributions to 20th-century Indian art. Gouri Bhanja (1907-1998), daughter of master artist Nandalal Bose, transformed traditional Bengali art forms

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The Indian Artist Who Painted the Coronation of Dalai Lama

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As the 14th Dalai Lama marks his 90th birthday and addresses questions surrounding his eventual succession, let us reflect on Kanwal Krishna’s extraordinary paintings, capturing his coronation. The Indian modernist painter remains the only artist who accompanied the official British diplomatic mission that witnessed the 1940 enthronement of Tenzin Gyatso, creating what has become an

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Celebrating Edgar Degas’ Birthday: A Master of Movement and Elegance

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JULY 19, ON THIS DAY “A painting requires a little mystery, some vagueness, and some fantasy.” – Edgar Degas Edgar Degas is a prominent figure in the art world known for his captivating paintings, sculptures, and drawings. Edgar Degas artworks are celebrated worldwide, captivating audiences with their portrayal of ballet dancers, horses, and everyday life.

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Sixth Edition of Kochi-Muziris Biennale to Begin From December 12th

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The Return of India’s Biggest International Contemporary Art Exhibition The much-anticipated sixth edition of the Kochi-Muziris Biennale is set to open its doors in Kochi, Kerala, on December 12, 2025, and will run until March 31, 2026. Over the course of 110 days, the historic port city will once again transform into a vibrant hub

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Rare Gandhi Portrait by British Artist Fetches Over £150,000 at Auction

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A remarkable oil painting of Mahatma Gandhi has sold for £152,800 at a Bonhams auction, significantly exceeding expectations and highlighting the enduring appeal of works connected to the Indian independence leader. The portrait, created by British artist Clare Leighton in 1931, commanded more than three times its estimated value of £50,000-£70,000 when it went under

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