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July 13th 2023. ON THIS DAY. “I am my own muse, the subject I know best.” – Frida Kahlo Today marks the solemn occasion of the death anniversary of the legendary Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. Known for her extraordinary paintings, indomitable spirit, and profound influence on the art world, Frida Kahlo continues to inspire and […]
Amedeo Modigliani, a renowned Italian artist, left an indelible mark on the art world with his captivating paintings and sculptures. Known for his distinctive style and elongated figures, Modigliani’s works continue to captivate art enthusiasts worldwide. In this article, we delve into the life, artistic style, famous works, and enduring legacy of Amedeo Modigliani, including
In what many would consider an unstable and unpredictable year for the economy, 2022-23 boasted some of the most expensive paintings sold in history. After 2020’s lockdown-era auction depression, the market has since regained its pre-pandemic luster, and in many ways, rocketed into an entirely new stratum of opulence. While each work sold has merit
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Climate change and Global warming are not recent challenges faced by the whole planet and humanity. Human history remains a history of overcoming challenges and managing obscurity. Humankind is living in a crisis that can no prolonged be neglected. We all know about the changes we bring that impact our living space and destroy our
Art and Climate Change in India: Who Are the Climate Migrants, Who Affected Most? Read More »
Renowned Italian creative studio TOILETPAPER, founded by Maurizio Cattelan and Pierpaolo Ferrari in 2010, is set to make its India debut with the immersive visual art exhibition ‘Run As Slow As You Can.’ The exhibition will be brought to India by businesswoman Nita Ambani and will be hosted at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre
An international collaborative art project, Artdom, is set to showcase the creative talents of nine female visual artists from India and an equal number from the United Kingdom. The project aims to initiate cultural exchange and artistic dialogue between the two nations. Artdom, founded by Swedish-Iranian artist and activist Arghavan Agida, has previously connected artists
India’s G20 Presidency achieved a remarkable feat by setting a Guinness World Record for the ‘largest display of Lambani items,’ showcasing a total of 1,755 intricately crafted pieces. The record was established under the ‘Culture Unites All’ campaign, which falls under the purview of the Culture Working Group within the Ministry of Culture. This momentous
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Claude Monet’s water lily paintings are significant in art history. In the 1890s, artist Monet had financial worries and bought a property in Giverny. After owning a home and Garden, Monet started to create a garden and pond on his land. He works in the Garden and begins to paint the Garden after completing the
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Welcome to Samvaad, where art meets conversation, and inspiration knows no bounds. Here we engage in insightful conversations with eminent personalities from the art fraternity. Through Samvaad, Abir Pothi aims to create a platform for thought-provoking discussions, providing readers with an exclusive glimpse into the creative processes, inspirations, and experiences of these creative individuals. From
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Mostly, painting has many layers of stories. One picture may bring many layers of narratives and other materials alike. Some paintings, like ‘Isabella (1849), a creation of John Everett Millais, have a multi-layered story, which brings many unfamiliar things into the dialogue. One painting has many roots that went into literature, poetry and that time,
Isabella: Love, Blood and Tears in a Feast Table? Read More »