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Ajit Kumar Das (b. 1957) is an Indian textile artist whose mastery gracefully creates natural dye painting. He was born to washermen, where he learnt the diverse ways to treat the fabric. He worked as a block painter in the Weaver’s Service Centre, Kolkata where he was discovered by Martand Singh. Along his journey, he

The Arnolfini Portrait was painted in 1434 by the Early Netherlandish painter, Jan Van Eyck. It is alternatively known as the ‘Arnolfini Wedding Portrait.’ The painting narrates the triviality of monotony during the Northern Renaissance. In addition to the subjects, the painting includes conceited elements imbibed with symbolic meanings. Jan van Eyck Arnolfini’s Portrait is

Imagine the Venetian Lagoon, waves crashing on the tiny island of Murano. Not only would you find good seafood, but you would come across the indigenous population (and undoubtedly, due to its popularity, the visitors.) But that isn’t all that Murano has to offer, the island is also known for its unique Murano glass blowing

Talk about a glorious purpose! The Marvel fans are ecstatic about their favorite (and relatable) anti-hero Loki Laufeyson finally finding his purpose. What happens in fantasy stays in the fantasy world. In the real world, it is extremely rare for someone to acknowledge and hand themselves over to their glorious purpose. But if you are

Born on August 4, 1907, Altina Schinasi was a Renaissance woman who experimented with several methods of art. Her broad range of skills included activism, spectacle design, and filming. This article explores the life and accomplishments of visionary Altina Schinasi, whose work continues to have an impact on the fashion, film, and art industries. The

Art takes on many shades; sometimes it titillates the mind, and at other times it relaxes the very being of existence. Shobha Broota’s work falls under the latter. Born in 1943 into an artistic family, her passion for music knew no bounds. She directed her infatuation towards fine arts and soon enough she rose to